When I'm writing, the darkness is always there. I go where the pain is.
Anne RiceRead
I have to say, I feel a weird sort of calling in filmmaking that I didn't feel with other things. I feel like there are things in life you want to do, and then things you are called to do, and hopefully you can allow yourself to want to do whatever you're called to do.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the distinction between personal desires and a deeper calling in creative pursuits.
James Gunn reflects on his passion for filmmaking, expressing that some pursuits feel like a genuine calling rather than mere interest. He highlights the importance of recognizing and embracing those callings in our lives, suggesting that true fulfillment comes from pursuing what we are meant to do rather than simply what we want to do.
Themes
FilmmakingCallingPassionCreativityPursuit
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a film festival, this quote could inspire aspiring filmmakers.
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