I had a very lazy Bank Holiday as I had worked 3 very busy 12.5 hour days leading up to it. I was physically tired, it was raining, so it was a perfect opportunity to lie on the sofa with books, wine and some movies to watch.
I saw two really great films, and it got me thinking (as usual!)....
The first film was 'Bobby'. This is set in the 1960's with a stellar cast and is based on the night that Robert Kennedy was assassinated. The acting was engaging, with an interesting story and a very well made finale, blending actual 1960's footage with modern scenes.
The next film was, on the surface, a very different one. 'London to Brighton', is a low-budget British movie starring no-one I recognised, set in a gritty world of violence, prostitution and fear. Lots of swearing and drugs.
However, both films were:
- Well acted
- Emotionally involving
- Based on the intimate stories of a few main characters
- Well-told, gripping stories with real climactic endings
- Able to use excellent music to enhance the plot
- Able to make me feel sad, scared and moved
I realised that the 'big budget' film was not any 'better' by virtue of the money spent on it. The 'low budget' film was as good as one costing millions, and I would recommend them both.
The point I am making is if you are comparing yourself to others in a similar field, with bigger budgets, greater exposure and more famous names, their results are not necessarily any 'better' than yours, just different.
How could you do your very best with the money you have?
Use it wisely, happynurses!
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