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Brother Quote by Lucia Puenzo

“I'm completely surrounded, not only my father, but also my three brothers, and Sergio, my husband, all four of them work in film. Some are writers, or directors, or cinematographers, all of them. I'm surrounded by men that make films, so much that at some point I felt there was no more room in the…” quote by Lucia Puenzo
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“I'm completely surrounded, not only my father, but also my three brothers, and Sergio, my husband, all four of them work in film. Some are writers, or directors, or cinematographers, all of them. I'm surrounded by men that make films, so much that at some point I felt there was no more room in the family for another filmmaker.For many years I was only working as novelist or writing screenplays for others to direct.”

Lucia Puenzo

About This Quote

The speaker feels constrained by a family saturated with film professionals, prompting a shift from novel writing to screenwriting for others.

In simple terms: Family film dominance limits personal filmmaking.

Key Takeaway

Explore collaborative or alternative creative paths.

Themes

family dynamics career creativity

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

career creative

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • co‑producing
  • networking events

Key Concepts

film industry gender roles collaboration

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you carve a unique niche within a dominant family field?
  • What alternative creative outlets could you pursue?
A Different Perspective

Family expectations may hinder individual ambition.

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