Ida Lupino quotes

Ida Lupino was an English actress, director, and screenwriter renowned for her work in both British and American cinema. A trailblazer for women in Hollywood, she directed groundbreaking films addressing social issues. She became one of the first significant female directors in Hollywood’s studio era. Here are 9 of her quotes:

Keeping a feminine approach is vital - men hate bossy females.

Ida Lupino

Often I pretended to a cameraman to know less than I did. That way I got more cooperation.

Ida Lupino

I didn't see myself as any advance guard, or feminist.

Ida Lupino

Any woman who wishes to smash into the world of men isn't very feminine.

Ida Lupino

I knew it would break his heart if I didn't go into the business.

Ida Lupino

Whereupon, at the tender age of thirteen, I set upon the path of playing nothing but hookers.

Ida Lupino

I had no desire to crash a man's world.

Ida Lupino

Today it's almost impossible to do it unless you are an actress or writer with power... I wouldn't hesitate right this minute to hire a talented woman if the subject matter were right.

Ida Lupino