Good article in the current Hot Press* magazine about Irish architects. It states that those who trained abroad are not allowed to practise in this country! It also states that one of the best living Irish architects has no formal qualifications in his profession. It also states that many successful Irish architects never went to college but learned on the job. Does any of this sound familiar in relation to Irish cinema? How many successful Irish film directors working abroad get little recognition in this country? A lot! How much emphasis is there on formal film training instead of learning on the job? Too much! The article also notes that learning on the job gives you a 'feel' for architecture which formal training cannot. How many Irish directors have a natural 'feel' or instinct for good filmmaking. Very, very few!
* 28-7-2010 (they publish the magazine earlier than the date on the cover!)
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