01/15/2026
🗣️Quote of the Day.
Few modern filmmakers shine brighter than Greta Gerwig, though she would be the first to admit there is more to life than success. Gerwig (who began her career as an actor) is the visionary director & writer behind acclaimed films such as 2019’s "Little Women," 2012’s "Frances Ha," & 2017’s "Lady Bird," in which this quote appears. While many of her films have been nominated for awards, it is their immeasurable societal impact that proves more rewarding. These sage words — penned by Gerwig & spoken by actress Laurie Metcalf's character Marion MacPherson to her daughter, Lady Bird — are a reminder that achievements do not necessarily equate to happiness, nor do they define a life. Whether you are a big shot or small fry, true joy is in the eye of the beholder, & it doesn't matter how successful you are so long as you feel fulfilled.