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“I'm not a person who believes in the great difference between women and men as editors. But I do think that quality is key. We're very good at organizing and discipline and patience, and patience is 50 per cent of editing. You have to keep banging away at something until you get it to work. I…” quote by Thelma Schoonmaker
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“I'm not a person who believes in the great difference between women and men as editors. But I do think that quality is key. We're very good at organizing and discipline and patience, and patience is 50 per cent of editing. You have to keep banging away at something until you get it to work. I think women are maybe better at that.”

Thelma Schoonmaker

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Editing demands patience and perseverance; women may excel in these traits, but quality matters most.

In simple terms: Patience is key in editing.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate patience and persistence.

Themes

editing gender quality

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

professional reflective

When to use this quote

  • film production
  • publishing
  • creative work

Key Concepts

psychology craftsmanship

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does patience improve your work?
  • Can anyone develop this skill?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on gender can overlook individual skill.

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