Taylor Swift's unparalleled influence in the music realm has turned her into a global phenomenon, with close to a dozen studio albums (10, to be exact) cementing her as one of the most illustrious artists of this century. However, she isn't a one-trick pony. The acclaimed artist has been making significant strides in the film industry as well and we're not just talking about the occasional cameo. Swift has showcased her directorial flair in various music videos, notably turning one into the short film, All Too Well, which starred Sadie Sink, Dylan O'Brien, and Swift herself.
Apparently, Swift's directorial talents haven't gone unnoticed. Among those who have seen and admired her directorial prowess is Shawn Levy, the maestro behind the much-anticipated multiversal MCU film, Deadpool 3. Levy, who was also in All Too Well: The Short Film, recently lauded Swift's artistic vision in an interview with Entertainment Weekly.
What's perhaps most interesting is Levy's intriguing comparison between the pop icon and a living legend in the, one and only, Steven Spielberg.
Describing Swift's in-depth vision, Levy stated, "Taylor, the depth of her vision for how she wants a creative piece to be, whether it's a lyric, a melody, a bridge, a concert tour, a video, it's profound. It's profoundly vivid, and she has the strength of her convictions." He then related an anecdote about Spielberg, explaining, "Spielberg was on the set of a movie he produced that I directed, called Real Steel, and I said to him, 'How do you know it's the right shot?' His answer was, 'The way you see it, that makes it right.'" Levy believes Swift embodies that Spielbergian philosophy, emphasizing that the true essence of artistry lies in trusting one's instinct. He confidently remarked, "I think she has the makings of a hell of a director."