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.
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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.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A healthy relationship with work allows for emotional release, making it easier to let go of intensity after performing.
In this quote, Cate Blanchett emphasizes the importance of having a balanced and healthy relationship with one's work, suggesting that when a performance or creative endeavor is effective, it brings a sense of catharsis. This cathartic release helps individuals to disconnect from the emotional weight of their work at the end of the day, whereas failing to find satisfaction in their efforts can lead to lingering stress and difficulty in switching off from work-related emotions.
Themes
WorkCatharsisArtEmotionBalance
In practice
Example use cases
In a workshop on creative processes, this quote can be used to illustrate the importance of emotional release in performing arts.
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