Book Quote by Marjane Satrapi
“When you make a book or you make a movie, it is almost like hitting on somebody. It's not because you want to seduce people that you will seduce them; you can hit on somebody and it doesn't work. But when you hit on them and it works, then it's really cool.”
About This Quote
Source Graphic Novel: Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi, 2000
Creating art is like courting; success isn’t guaranteed, but when it works, it feels rewarding.
In simple terms: Art is like a courtship with uncertain outcomes.
Key Takeaway
Persist despite rejection; celebrate breakthroughs.
Themes
creativity
risk
rejection
success
Mood
hopeful
determined
realistic
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing
- film making
- design
- pitching ideas
Key Concepts
courtship metaphor
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you willing to take in your work?
- How do you handle creative rejection?
A Different Perspective
Not all attempts succeed; audience taste varies.
