33. "Boy, you really think Stone's an idiot, don't you?" In response to In response to 26
How do you think he's able to make such popular "controversial" films, if he is so dumb that he can't gauge the reaction of his intended audience at the outset?
As a general statement, if you as a film director can't anticipate the reaction to your film, particularly in a volatile political climate in which anything stirs up emotions, then you don't deserve the budget you're awarded.