When you direct your first film, you always start by telling stories that you are familiar with.
Meaning of the quote
The quote means that when you make your first movie as the director, you should start by telling stories that you know well. This is because it's easier to make a movie about things you're already familiar with, like your own experiences or the things you've learned about. Starting with a story you know a lot about can help you become a better director as you make your first film.
About Sophie Marceau
Sophie Marceau is a renowned French actress who rose to fame as a teenager with her debut films. She has since become an international star, appearing in numerous successful films and on magazine covers worldwide. Marceau has been recognized for her talents, receiving a Cu00e9sar Award and being made an Officer in the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government.
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So, sometimes, when I’m not happy with my performance and I have to think, I will think in English.
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I’m a good storyteller.
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When you direct your first film, you always start by telling stories that you are familiar with.
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Oh, I’m not English, I cannot talk on behalf of an English person. I’m French. I can say about French. They are quite emotional, though, and they talk about their emotions.
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But the privileges that one has enjoyed and exploited can sometimes turn against you: nobody thinks of you as a director, you are always an actress.
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Well it is sometimes difficult to act in another language.
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