The dream of reason produces monsters. Imagination deserted by reason creates impossible, useless thoughts. United with reason, imagination is the mother of all art and the source of all its beauty.
Francisco GoyaRead
All great films are a resolution of a conflict between darkness and light. There is no single right way to express yourself. There are infinite possibilities for the use of light with shadows and colors. The decisions you make about composition, movement and the countless combinations of these and other variables is what makes it an art.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the creative process in filmmaking as a balance between opposing forces and the freedom of expression in art.
Vittorio Storaro's quote reveals that great films are born from the interplay of light and darkness, symbolizing conflict in storytelling. It highlights the artistic choices filmmakers make in regards to composition and movement, suggesting that there are limitless ways to portray these elements, making the act of filmmaking a form of art that thrives on individuality and creativity.
Themes
ArtFilmmakingLightDarknessCreativityExpressionConflict
In practice
Example use cases
A filmmaker discussing the themes of their latest film at a festival.
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