Carpenter Quote by Drew Goddard
“When Carpenter was shooting 'Vampires' in New Mexico when I was living there, I desperately tried to get a job working on that film, and I couldn't. So my first job as a PA was on a CBS movie of the week that was shooting next door, and whenever I could, I would sneak over so I could watch.”
About This Quote
The speaker recounts missing a desired film job and instead observing from a nearby set, highlighting perseverance and creative curiosity.
In simple terms: He watched a film set while working elsewhere, showing determination to learn.
Key Takeaway
Seek opportunities to learn even when not directly involved.
Themes
career ambition
learning
persistence
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- film sets
- internships
- career transitions
- self‑directed study
Key Concepts
industry insight
networking
creative drive
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you do to gain experience ethically?
- How do you balance ambition with personal wellbeing?
A Different Perspective
It may romanticize unpaid labor and exploitation.
