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Cinema Quote by Peter Weir

“I've done a number of things that get categories closed off in a way, so when I read 'The Long Walk' by Slavomir Rawicz and decided to do film, 'I thought, you know, this is going to be wonderful,' two and a half years, three years, whatever it was.” quote by Peter Weir
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“I've done a number of things that get categories closed off in a way, so when I read 'The Long Walk' by Slavomir Rawicz and decided to do film, 'I thought, you know, this is going to be wonderful,' two and a half years, three years, whatever it was.”

Peter Weir

About This Quote

Source Film: The Long Walk (adapted from the book by Slavomir Rawicz, 1956)

The speaker reflects on past experiences that limited opportunities, then anticipates a new creative project with optimism despite uncertainty.

In simple terms: Past limits, future hope.

Key Takeaway

Embrace new projects despite doubts.

Themes

creativity risk optimism

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

inspirational motivational

When to use this quote

  • starting a film
  • overcoming past setbacks
  • planning long‑term projects

Key Concepts

career development film making personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fears arise when starting a new creative venture?
  • How can past limitations inform future success?
A Different Perspective

Uncertainty may cause paralysis or resource constraints.

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