Film Quote by Tim Reid
“Ninety percent of the time, you're going to hear no. It took me seven years to make 'Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored.' Nobody wanted to see the movie made. I got the movie made.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film documentary discussion, 2021
Overcoming repeated rejection to produce a film about Black history despite industry resistance.
In simple terms: Persistence led to making a film despite many refusals.
Key Takeaway
Persist despite obstacles.
Themes
perseverance
representation
storytelling
Mood
resolute
inspirational
Type
creative
advocacy
When to use this quote
- independent filmmaking
- grant applications
- community fundraising
- film festivals
Key Concepts
film production
racial history
Questions to Reflect On
- What resources can support underrepresented stories?
- How to attract audiences to niche films?
A Different Perspective
Funding and distribution remain barriers.
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