1. directing with excessive control, detail, or intervention; giving too many instructions or corrections to an actor, performer, or team member
Usage: present participle of overdirect; commonly used in theater, film, and performance contexts

1. the act or practice of directing with excessive control or detail
Usage: gerund form; used as a noun in sentences

Examples

• The director was overdirecting the scene, telling each actor exactly where to stand and how to move.
• Overdirecting can stifle an actor's creativity and natural performance.
• She criticized the coach for overdirecting every play instead of letting the team make decisions.
• The producer's overdirecting of the commercial made it feel stiff and unnatural.
• By overdirecting the rehearsal, he left no room for the performers to develop their own interpretations.
• Overdirecting is a common mistake among first-time directors who lack confidence in their actors.