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.”
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.
Choose work that matches your stamina.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- long‑term projects
- short films
- team collaboration
- deadline pressure
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you thrive on quick wins or long challenges?
- How can you balance both?
May overlook the value of sustained effort in large projects.