Jodie Foster: Scorsese's Early 'Authority' On Set

Jodie Foster recently reflected on her early experiences working with acclaimed filmmaker Martin Scorsese, describing them as her informal film school. During a 50th-anniversary event for 'Taxi Driver' at the Tribeca Film Festival, Scorsese recalled Foster's notable "authority" on set even at a young age during their first collaboration on "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore." Foster, who was a child actress when she starred in 'Taxi Driver,' shared a humorous memory of Scorsese and Robert De Niro struggling to maintain composure while explaining a scene involving her.

Foster recounted how Scorsese's 1973 film 'Mean Streets' profoundly impacted her, inspiring her to pursue acting. She even attempted to be an extra in Scorsese's 'New York, New York' but was unable to due to age restrictions. Foster emphasized that working alongside legendary directors like Scorsese and Spike Lee allowed her to observe their creative processes closely. She views these formative experiences as invaluable lessons, shaping her understanding of storytelling and filmmaking beyond her own perspective.