The playwright and screenwriter has directed three movies in 16 years, each filled with nuanced and unexpected characters.
WhenMargaretfinally opened, a passionate group of critics heralded it as a masterpiece.
So he implemented an old trick: cut every scene he didnt care for and start over.
Credit: Claire Folger
Lee fixing a lightbulb.
Lee performing solitary menial tasks.
From that came a new structure and enough clarity to finish the screenplay.
It seemed like a richer way to tell the story.
Some tragedies are too difficult to see yourself out of.
It really isnt, and it isnt meant to be one.
Manchester By the Seaopens in limited release Friday.
