I'd like to make something about someone who hasn't existed so that I don't have to tread so carefully and can feel a little bit more creative freedom. Sam Taylor-Johnson bitecarefullycreative Change image and share on social
When I was out in Georgia doing photographs, I found myself trying to undo my own sense of composition. I'd think, 'Why do I want to take it like this? Is it because I want to take a beautiful picture?' It's quite hard to try and undo it. Sam Taylor-Johnson beautifulcompositionfind share on social
In 'Fifty Shades,' seemingly, Christian has all the power and control - but actually, Anastasia does. Sam Taylor-Johnson anastasiachristiancontrol Change image and share on social
It's difficult for me to work with women, because I find that direct references are made back to me too fast. Working with men, it gives it a little distance. Sam Taylor-Johnson backdifficultdirect Change image and share on social
Shooting at Coco Chanel's apartment was an unexpectedly absorbing experience. The essence of Chanel is firmly rooted there in all of her possessions, and I truly believe that her spirit and soul still inhabit the second floor. Sam Taylor-Johnson absorbapartmentchanel share on social
I think I was lucky I got into art college. That's what saved me. Sam Taylor-Johnson artcollegelucky Change image and share on social
In my life, I've never really listened to when people start forming opinions on how you should be doing things. Sam Taylor-Johnson formhavelife Change image and share on social
My favorite part of the whole filmmaking process is working with a fantastic cinematographer, a fantastic actor or actors, and then just creating emotions and stories. I get so excited by that. That's the part I'm utterly addicted to. Sam Taylor-Johnson actoraddictcinematographer share on social
I'm very blessed with the perfect husband. Sam Taylor-Johnson blesshusbandperfect Change image and share on social
When I decide I want something, I go in like an Exocet missile. Sam Taylor-Johnson decideexocetmissile Change image and share on social
