Theatre directors can make great filmmakers

According to A Heartbeat Away Director Gale Edwards, theatre directors can make a “wonderful” transition into film if they learn about the collaboration process it requires.

“Sam Mendes had a wonderful transition, and so did Stephen Daldry, so we’re following a course which is not uncommon anymore. Theatre directors are directing more and more films around the world,” she said.

Edwards, who has directed musicals such as The Boy From Oz and Sweeney Todd and won an Emmy for her filmed version of Jesus Christ Superstar, is currently shooting her debut feature, the musical comedy A Heartbeat Away, in Queensland.

“It’s a very exciting journey for me and I feel thrilled to have the opportunity and take this new direction in my career.