Barbara Kopple Quotes

United States, Film Producer
July 30, 1946

Barbara Kopple (born July 30, 1946) is an American film director known primarily for her documentary work. Kopple grew up in Scarsdale, New York, the daughter of a textile executive, and studied psychology at Northeastern University, after which she worked with the Maysles Brothers.

Also known as Film Director

I've always been interested in how people think, how they react to challenges in their lives - what makes people tick. I've also always been passionate about social issues and causes, and I wanted to make films that addressed important issues in very human terms.

Barbara Kopple
- People
- Important
- Think
Most of my films have been documentaries, but I'm also very interested in narrative filmmaking.

Barbara Kopple

We never really know what's around the corner when we're filming - what turn a story will take, what a character will do or say to surprise us, how the events in the world will impact our story.

Barbara Kopple
- World
- Character
- Impact
I think I still have that same drive and determination, the same curiosity and passion for filmmaking that I did when I first started. Every film brings with it unique challenges and experiences, and I approach every one with the same enthusiasm.

Barbara Kopple
- Passion
- Unique
- Curiosity