My directors of photography light my films, but the colours of the sets, furnishings, clothes, hairstyles - that's me. Everything that's in front of the camera, I bring you.
Pedro AlmodovarRead
If I make a movie in English, the money will come from Europe, so that I can keep my independence and freedom. The way they produce in Hollywood doesn't fit me.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of creative independence in filmmaking over commercial interests.
Pedro Almodovar expresses a desire for creative freedom and independence in his filmmaking. He suggests that producing movies in English might attract financial backing from Europe, allowing him to maintain his artistic vision, as he feels that Hollywood's methods clash with his personal approach to cinema.
Themes
FilmmakingIndependenceCreativityHollywoodEurope
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the importance of maintaining artistic vision in film.
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Before shooting, I prepare with the actors much more like it's a theater play than a movie. Apparently, that way of working is very unusual.
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