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Animation Quote by Marjane Satrapi

“I think animation is like running a marathon, and making a movie is like a 100 meter sprint. The question is: are you a marathon man or are you a sprinter? I realized that I was more of a sprinter than a marathon man. With a long, long project, I get bored easily.” quote by Marjane Satrapi
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“I think animation is like running a marathon, and making a movie is like a 100 meter sprint. The question is: are you a marathon man or are you a sprinter? I realized that I was more of a sprinter than a marathon man. With a long, long project, I get bored easily.”

Marjane Satrapi

About This Quote

Source Interview: Talk at Comic-Con, 2015

Comparing animation and filmmaking to endurance sports highlights personal work style preferences.

In simple terms: Animation is a marathon, movies are sprints.

Key Takeaway

Choose work that matches your stamina.

Themes

creativity work style motivation

Mood

reflective determined

Type

advice personal insight

When to use this quote

  • long‑term projects
  • short films
  • team collaboration
  • deadline pressure

Key Concepts

project management psychology focus

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you thrive on quick wins or long challenges?
  • How can you balance both?
A Different Perspective

May overlook the value of sustained effort in large projects.

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