As a viewer, the minute I start getting confused, I check out of the movie. Emotionally, I'm severed.
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I didnt go to film school, i went to films
Interpretation
What this quote means
Practical experience can be more valuable than formal education.
Quentin Tarantino's quote emphasizes the importance of learning through hands-on experience rather than traditional schooling. It suggests that immersing oneself in the subject, such as watching films, can provide deeper insights and skills that formal education may not cover.
Themes
FilmEducationExperienceLearningPractical
In practice
Example use cases
A filmmaker may cite this quote in a discussion about their unconventional path in the industry.
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