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“There are more women editors than people realise. I think we're more able to keep our eye on what the film needs. Between men, sometimes it's a real ego battle, and that's very bad for the film.” quote by Thelma Schoonmaker
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“There are more women editors than people realise. I think we're more able to keep our eye on what the film needs. Between men, sometimes it's a real ego battle, and that's very bad for the film.”

Thelma Schoonmaker

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

She highlights the underrepresentation of women editors and the ego clashes with men that can harm a film’s vision.

In simple terms: Women editors are often overlooked, and male ego can damage filmmaking.

Key Takeaway

Support gender balance in editing rooms.

Themes

gender equality film production ego dynamics

Mood

critical insightful

Type

analytical advocacy

When to use this quote

  • film sets
  • production meetings
  • post‑production decisions
  • career mentorship

Key Concepts

editorial influence collaboration industry bias

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can studios take to promote women editors?
  • How does ego affect creative collaboration?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook systemic barriers beyond individual ego.

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