Science fiction films are not about science. They are about disaster, which is one of the oldest subjects of art.
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Like the collector, the photographer is animated by a passion that, even when it appears to be for the present, is linked to a sense of the past.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Photography connects the present moment with the history and experiences that precede it.
Susan Sontag suggests that the act of photography is driven by a deep passion that transcends mere capturing of the present. This passion is intertwined with an awareness of the past, indicating that every photograph reflects not just a moment in time but also the broader historical and emotional contexts that inform that moment.
Themes
PhotographyPastPresentPassionArt
In practice
Example use cases
During a photography workshop, one might say, 'Remember, each shot you take reflects not only this moment but carries the weight of the history behind it.'
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