The only thing a master can teach is how to learn about yourself. There are no secrets. They are only techniques to waken yourself.
Alejandro JodorowskyRead
I didn't want to make cinema so a person forgets himself and has a lot of fun. 'I forget myself, I am a little poor consumer.' I wanted to make a picture where someone who sees it say, 'This is me! This is me!'
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the goal of cinema to resonate deeply with viewers, reflecting their own experiences rather than merely entertaining them.
Alejandro Jodorowsky highlights his vision of cinema as a medium that should evoke a connection with the audience's identity and experiences. Rather than just providing entertainment, he believes that films should allow viewers to see themselves in the story, fostering self-recognition and emotional reflection.
Themes
CinemaIdentitySelfArtConnection
In practice
Example use cases
In a film discussion, one might say, 'This quote by Jodorowsky perfectly captures the essence of what great cinema should achieve.'
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