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Accepting Quote by Alfred Hitchcock

“When accepting the American Film Institute Life Achievement award: I beg permission to mention by name only four people who have given me the most affection, appreciation, and encouragement, and constant collaboration. The first of the four is a film editor, the second is a scriptwriter, the third…” quote by Alfred Hitchcock
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“When accepting the American Film Institute Life Achievement award: I beg permission to mention by name only four people who have given me the most affection, appreciation, and encouragement, and constant collaboration. The first of the four is a film editor, the second is a scriptwriter, the third is the mother of my daughter Pat (Patricia Hitchcock), and the fourth is as fine a cook as ever performed miracles in a domestic kitchen. And their names are Alma Reville.”

Alfred Hitchcock

About This Quote

Four key collaborators—editor, scriptwriter, mother, and cook—provided essential support and affection in his life.

In simple terms: Four close collaborators gave love and support.

Key Takeaway

Value and recognize supportive relationships.

Themes

collaboration family gratitude

Mood

grateful reflective

Type

personal professional

When to use this quote

  • film production
  • family dynamics
  • culinary arts

Key Concepts

film studies personal relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who are your four essential supporters?
  • How do they influence your work?
A Different Perspective

Support can be overlooked in professional narratives.

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