Arthur Hiller Quotes

Arthur Hiller — Canadian Director born on November 22, 1923,

Arthur Hiller, OC is a Canadian television and film director, having directed over 33 major films during his 50-year career. He began his career directing television in Canada and later in the U.S. By the late 1950s he began directing films, most often comedies. He also directed award-winning dramas and romantic subjects, such as Love Story, which was nominated for seven Oscars... (wikipedia)

Originally the film opened with Ryan in the doctor's office, being told his wife is dying. Then we see him walking the streets, and the story is told in flashback.

Anyway, he and I worked on the script together, and I must say he was a joy to work with. Very enthusiastic.

Do you remember a scene with Ryan and Ali playing in the snow? Well, that was improvised.

So I decided to move that scene in the doctor's office to two-thirds into the movie, after the viewers had come to know Ryan and Ali and share in their happiness.

Howard Minsky had gotten the script to her agent prior to my involvement.

Arthur Hiller Quotes

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