Believe Quote by Mira Nair
“It gave me a lot of pleasure and pride that 90 percent of the crew for 'Monsoon Wedding,' and most of my film, are women. We get the work done, you know, much lesser play of ego... And I really believe in harmony, I believe in working in a spirit of egolessness and that the film is bigger than all of us.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Monsoon Wedding, 2001
She celebrates a predominantly female crew, emphasizing collaboration over ego.
In simple terms: Women leading a film project together.
Key Takeaway
Support collaborative, ego‑free work.
Themes
gender equality
teamwork
leadership
Mood
proud
optimistic
Type
professional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- film sets
- creative projects
- non‑profits
- community initiatives
Key Concepts
film production
feminism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does ego affect teamwork?
- What steps nurture harmony?
A Different Perspective
Balancing diverse voices can be challenging.
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