I applaud Women in Film - not only for celebrating the successes of women, but for providing a safety network to mentor women and to discuss the particular issues that arise in a very male-dominated industry.
Cate BlanchettRead
I want to be able to follow the example of those extraordinary British actresses who move effortlessly from film to TV to theatre roles.
Interpretation
Cate Blanchett admires versatile actresses who excel across different performance mediums.
In this quote, Cate Blanchett expresses her aspiration to emulate the remarkable talent of British actresses who seamlessly transition between various forms of acting, such as film, television, and theatre. This highlights the importance of versatility and adaptability in the performing arts, celebrating those who can master multiple platforms and captivate diverse audiences.
In practice
In a discussion about career aspirations in the performing arts.
I applaud Women in Film - not only for celebrating the successes of women, but for providing a safety network to mentor women and to discuss the particular issues that arise in a very male-dominated industry.
I have a very healthy relationship to my work, and I find that if a scene is working, no matter how intense it is, you have the catharsis on screen, and you can let it go. I think it's, if at the end of the day you feel like you haven't cracked it, that's when you go home and it's more difficult to switch off.
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