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“Let me put it this way: I would like to direct a successful film. An unsuccessful film I would not like to direct. Films are very difficult.” quote by Twyla Tharp
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“Let me put it this way: I would like to direct a successful film. An unsuccessful film I would not like to direct. Films are very difficult.”

Twyla Tharp

About This Quote

Source Interview: Conversation with Twyla Tharp, 2015

Directing a film requires confidence in success; failure feels unacceptable, highlighting the difficulty of the medium.

In simple terms: Success feels essential; failure feels unacceptable.

Key Takeaway

Aim for realistic goals and accept risk.

Themes

creativity risk film-making

Mood

determined reflective

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • project pitching
  • budgeting
  • team leadership

Key Concepts

confidence acceptance challenge

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines a successful film for you?
  • How can you mitigate fear of failure?
A Different Perspective

Even successful films can face unforeseen obstacles.

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