Quote by Joel Coen

It's a funny thing because you look at the careers of other filmmakers, and you see them sort of slow down, and you realize, maybe this becomes harder to do as you get older. That's sort of a cautionary thing. I hope it doesn't happen to me.

It's a funny thing because you look at the careers of other

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This quote reflects on the observation that as filmmakers age, their productivity tends to slow down. It suggests that the creative process may become more challenging with time, implying a cautionary note. The speaker expresses a personal fear that they too might experience this decline in productivity as they grow older. This quote serves as a reminder for the importance of consistently nurturing creativity and maintaining a passion for one's craft.

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By Joel Coen

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