Cinema Quote by Ava DuVernay
“I didn't start out thinking that I could ever make films. I started out being a film lover, loving films, and wanting to have a job that put me close to them and close to filmmakers and close to film sets.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Filmmaker interview, 2018
She began as a passionate film lover, not a filmmaker, and turned that love into a career close to movies and creators.
In simple terms: Passion for film led to a career in filmmaking.
Turn love into work.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- film school
- networking
- job hunting
- career transition
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you leverage a hobby into a profession?
- What steps bridge love and expertise?
Passion alone may not guarantee success without skill development.