Bad Quote by Thelma Schoonmaker
“I remember, at the Oscars in 1991, 'Dances with Wolves' won that year, and we were nominated for 'Goodfellas.' One of my peers said to me, 'Why'd you make that bad jump cut?' I said, 'Which one? We had about 20 in the film!' He was really upset about it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Thelma Schoonmaker on Film Editing, 1995
A director’s creative decisions can clash with peers, revealing tension between artistic vision and collaborative expectations.
In simple terms: Creative choices may cause conflict among collaborators.
Key Takeaway
Communicate intent clearly to align expectations.
Themes
collaboration
creative vision
conflict
film editing
Mood
reflective
pragmatic
Type
advice
professional
When to use this quote
- film production meetings
- post‑production reviews
- creative workshops
- peer feedback sessions
Key Concepts
artistic integrity
team dynamics
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle criticism of your creative decisions?
- What processes improve team alignment?
A Different Perspective
Strong artistic choices can be misunderstood without context.
