Children Quote by Jane Campion
“I had a daughter who was 9 years old and I had the feeling I wasn't going to be a real parent if I didn't quit making movies for a while and spend time with her. I also felt that I'd made enough movies and said what I had to say at the time.”
About This Quote
Parenthood prompted a career pause, prioritizing family over continued filmmaking after feeling she’d said her artistic piece.
In simple terms: Family over career
Life milestones can redirect creative focus
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- interview
- memoir excerpt
- talk show
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- career counseling
- work‑life balance workshops
Questions to Reflect On
- How do personal milestones reshape artistic goals?
- When is it right to step back from a career?