Cosima Spender Inspirational Quotes (4)

Paradoxically, in the field being a woman actually helps you: people often feel more comfortable talking to women, which is key in documentaries.

If something I make succeeds, people say it was luck. But I don't just throw myself into the unknown. I research my subjects and listen constantly to what the characters have to say. Luck comes into it, but the story is made by them.

I studied anthropology and art history, as I have always been captivated by living traditions.

The Palio is shrouded in mystery and secrecy, and the players can't discuss their devious schemes.