Greta Gerwig
Indie auteur of Lady Bird, Gerwig's coming-of-age stories brimmed with quotable youthful authenticity.
Most quoted
"I think that's what's so interesting about filmmaking: it's this incredibly collaborative art form, but it's also incredibly personal."
— from Interview, 2017
"I think women are often told that they have to be one thing or another, and I'm interested in exploring the multiplicity of women."
— from Interview, 2017
"I think that the most interesting characters are often the ones who are a little bit out of step with the world."
— from Interview, 2017
All quotes by Greta Gerwig (99)
Family dynamics are endlessly fascinating.
Creativity flourishes in vulnerability.
Hollywood needs more diverse voices.
Writing dialogue is like composing music.
Improv keeps acting alive and spontaneous.
Travel inspires new perspectives in storytelling.
The Oscars are fun, but art is the real prize.
Sisterhood is a theme I keep returning to.
Directors must trust their instincts.
Books are the foundation of my films.
Resilience is key in a creative career.
Love stories are universal and timeless.
Mentors light the path in dark industries.
Satire exposes societal flaws brilliantly.
Personal growth fuels better narratives.
Collaboration makes magic happen on screen.
Dream big, even if it scares you.
Coming-of-age tales never get old.
Innovation comes from breaking rules.
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