Most people do not believe in anything very much and our greatest poetry is given to us by those who do.
Cyril ConnollyRead
Films are neither true nor false. That includes my films, as well as others. They may make claims that are true or false, but films are too complex. They have too many ingredients.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Films are complex and cannot be simply classified as true or false since they incorporate various elements.
In this quote, Errol Morris emphasizes the intricate nature of films, asserting that they cannot be reduced to mere binaries of truth and falsehood. He acknowledges that while films can make truthful or untruthful claims, the artistry and complexity involved in filmmaking transcend simplistic categorizations, suggesting a deeper exploration of the meanings and messages conveyed through the medium.
Themes
FilmsTruthArtComplexityCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion on film analysis in class.
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