But I'd be lying if I didn't say that every time you go to make a film, you're desperate to either do it better than you did it last time or to not repeat yourself.
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I have a feeling, one of those gut feelings, that I'll make pretty good movies the rest of my life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses confidence in the ability to create impactful films throughout one's life.
Paul Thomas Anderson shares a profound inner conviction about his future in filmmaking. The phrase 'gut feeling' implies a deep-seated intuition rather than mere hope, suggesting that he believes in his artistic talents and potential for success in the industry. This reflects a passion for his craft and an expectation of continued productivity and creativity in making significant movies.
Themes
FilmmakingConfidenceCreativityArtistic ExpressionIntuition
In practice
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In a speech at a film festival to inspire young filmmakers.
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