Commitment Quote by Tom Cruise
![“We knew from the beginning the level of commitment needed. We felt honored to work with Stanley Kubrick. We were going to do what it took to do this picture, whatever time, because I felt - and Nic [Nicole Kidman] did, too - that this was going to be a really special time for us. We knew it would…” quote by Tom Cruise](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/dd0/tom-cruise-3523_commitment_we-knew-from-the-beginning-the-level-of_2769136.jpg)
“We knew from the beginning the level of commitment needed. We felt honored to work with Stanley Kubrick. We were going to do what it took to do this picture, whatever time, because I felt - and Nic [Nicole Kidman] did, too - that this was going to be a really special time for us. We knew it would be difficult. But I would have absolutely kicked myself if I hadn't done this.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Making of 'Eyes Wide Shut', 1999
The speaker describes the intense commitment and honor of working with Stanley Kubrick, acknowledging difficulty but emphasizing dedication to the project.
In simple terms: High commitment to a challenging film project.
Key Takeaway
Commit fully despite challenges.
Themes
dedication
film making
collaboration
challenge
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
career
When to use this quote
- film production
- directorial collaboration
- career milestones
Key Concepts
artistic integrity
professional honor
creative risk
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives you to persist in tough projects?
- How to balance ambition with self‑care?
A Different Perspective
Intense pressure can affect personal well‑being.
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