I also feel that the only thing more gratifying than working with someone who you’ve worked well with is working with someone new and coming up with something great.
Meaning of the quote
Working with someone you've worked with before can be great, but it's even better when you get to work with someone new. When you work with a new person, you can come up with something really amazing and exciting that you wouldn't have thought of on your own. It's a chance to learn new things and try new ideas.
About Jonathan Demme
Jonathan Demme was an acclaimed American filmmaker who directed a diverse range of films, including the psychological horror classic The Silence of the Lambs, which earned him an Academy Award for Best Director. He was known for his humanist approach and directed numerous acclaimed documentaries and concert films throughout his prolific career.
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I also feel that the only thing more gratifying than working with someone who you’ve worked well with is working with someone new and coming up with something great.
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American film director (1944-2017)
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American film director (1944-2017)
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