Time starts out as a notion. But after you turn fifty, time is not a notion anymore but a fact that you start feeling clearly, and in a way, it pushes you to become present in the present.
Alejandro Gonzalez InarrituRead
Good directors don't answer questions with their work. They generate debate and create discussion.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Good directors provoke thought rather than provide clear answers through their films.
This quote by Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu emphasizes the role of directors in filmmaking as facilitators of conversation rather than mere storytellers. By creating films that spark debate and discussion, directors encourage viewers to engage critically with the content, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the themes presented.
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In practice
Example use cases
In a film studies class, you might use this quote to illustrate the purpose of cinema in provoking thought.
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