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What does it mean?
The speaker considers a less commercially successful film to be the most meaningful work they have done.
In plain terms
My best work was in a film that was not a big hit.
What can you take from it?
Commercial success does not define personal satisfaction in work.

Where it applies

  • evaluating career
  • choosing projects
  • receiving reviews

Putting it to work

  • choose meaningful projects
  • ignore box office
  • define your own success

Questions to consider

  • What defines success for you?
  • Do you value hits or heart?

Another view

Financial success is still important for sustainability.

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