During the break, my producer left the sound-mixing stage, leaving me alone with the one of the engineers. I think every filmmaker has to deal with the perception issue. It s just another piece of the battle. The world just has to accept that. First, put aside your skin color and gender.
Good filmmakers are excellent storytellers.
Only be concerned with what stories you want to tell and how to tell them. Don t let your race and gender become the burden of your craft. And never, ever believe discouragement.