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“I never, ever do a film and just kind of move on. I think of them as children of mine, and you don't give birth to a baby and just leave it on someone else's doorstep. You see it all the way through college.” quote by David Oyelowo
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“I never, ever do a film and just kind of move on. I think of them as children of mine, and you don't give birth to a baby and just leave it on someone else's doorstep. You see it all the way through college.”

David Oyelowo

About This Quote

Source Interview: BBC Radio 4, 2015

A film is a personal creation that requires ongoing care, not abandoned after birth.

In simple terms: Films need nurturing.

Key Takeaway

Treat creative work like a child.

Themes

creativity responsibility care film parenthood

Mood

reflective introspective

Type

personal artistic

When to use this quote

  • directing
  • writing
  • producing
  • teaching

Key Concepts

artistic integrity longterm commitment

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you stay involved after release?
  • How does responsibility affect art?
A Different Perspective

Creative projects can become burdensome.

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