In an interview published the same year 'La Répétition' was released, Schmid stated, 'I worked with Werner Schroeter for four years. He was a very great influence on me.' The interview also highlighted Schmid's deep connection to theater, noting his adaptation of a Marivaux play he directed into 'La Répétition,' emphasizing the theatrical foundations and influences on the film.
I worked with Werner Schroeter for four years. He was a very great influence on me.
— Schmid · Film Quarterly, Vol. 33, No. 3, 'Daniel Schmid: An Interview' by Christian Braad Thomsen
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