#SHOWBIZ: Syafiq Yusof's success motivates Pierre Andre to improve as filmmaker
KUALA LUMPUR: Director and actor Pierre Andre, 40, sees brothers and fellow directors Syamsul Yusof and Syafiq Yusof as inspirations.
Despite a 10-year hiatus from directing, Pierre doesn't view their success with envy, but rather as motivation to refine and enhance his own filmmaking.
"I don't see them as competitors because my real competition is myself. I'm always 'at war' with myself.
"Their success inspires me to improve," he said in a recent interview with Harian Metro.
Pierre expressed particular motivation from Syafiq's recent hit, Blood Brothers: Bara Naga.
"I saw how Syafiq directed a film that grossed a remarkable RM76 million in just 33 days.
"Even from the trailer, I knew it would easily hit RM30 million. It made me think, 'If he can do it, so can I.'
"I just haven't found the right formula yet," he said.
Pierre acknowledged that the significant changes in the local film industry have made him realise the need to stay current.
"Of course, I don't want to be left behind. The difference between a RM100 million and a RM2 million gross is huge. These days, a RM2 million collection isn't something to boast about.
"My previous films generally grossed under RM5 million. I need to 'catch up'," he said.
He also emphasised his openness to feedback, particularly from audiences, to improve the quality of his future work.
"I'm always open to views and criticism, as they help me produce better films," he said.
Pierre is set to begin filming the horror movie Nar'Sata Sekutu Setan on May 20, starring Trisha Ooi, Mawar Rashid, and Fadlan Hazim.
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