About Quote by Lupita Nyong'o
“I always envisioned working in film and in theater. Theater and film are not, they're not in any way substitutable. What I love about theater is so different from what I love about film, and I enjoy the craft of both.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Vanity Fair, 2020
Theater and film each offer distinct artistic experiences; both are valuable and should be pursued for their unique crafts.
In simple terms: Both arts are unique and valuable.
Key Takeaway
Pursue both mediums.
Themes
artistic diversity
craftsmanship
medium distinction
career fulfillment
Mood
enthusiastic
thoughtful
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- acting
- directing
- stage production
- film sets
Key Concepts
Aesthetics
creative expression
medium theory
Questions to Reflect On
- Which medium challenges you most?
- How do you balance them?
A Different Perspective
One may dominate public attention, limiting appreciation of the other.
![“I've realized that a lot of people go to see film or theater with a different expectation. I have a friend who's an actor and I can't stand watching movies with him because he never quite allows himself to just watch the story. He'll comment on the lighting, he'll comment on the [camera] angle…” quote by Condola Rashad](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/8fc/condola-rashad-18757_actors_i-ve-realized-that-a-lot-of-people-go-to_2962817.jpg)
