Big Quote by Nina Jacobson
“Ultimately, mentorship plays such a big role in breaking directors that successful male directors tend to reach the helping hand to guys who remind them of themselves. We need more women directors so they can reach out to girls who remind them of themselves.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Variety Magazine, 2015
Mentorship helps underrepresented groups succeed when mentors see themselves in mentees.
In simple terms: Mentors lift those who resemble them.
Key Takeaway
Increase mentorship for women.
Themes
gender equity
mentorship
film industry
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
advocacy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- film casting
- studio hiring
- film festivals
- educational programs
Key Concepts
representation
social capital
networking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions formalize mentorship?
- What barriers prevent women from finding mentors?
A Different Perspective
Women may lack mentors who share their experience.
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