I have a one-track mind. That's all that I'm interested in - love. And the lack of it. When it stops.
John CassavetesRead
My parents allowed their two sons to be individuals. My family was a wild and wonderful place, with lots of friends and neighbors visiting and talking loud and eating loud and nobody telling the children to be quiet or putting them down.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of individuality and freedom within a family environment.
John Cassavetes reflects on his upbringing, highlighting how his parents encouraged individual expression and creativity among their children. The vibrant and noisy household described suggests a nurturing environment that valued personal differences and community interaction, allowing for a rich and fulfilling family life.
Themes
FamilyIndividualityFreedomCommunityExpression
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about parenting, this quote can illustrate the importance of allowing children to express themselves.
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All quotes →I like to act in films, I like to shoot 'em, I like to direct 'em, I like to be around 'em. I like the feel of it and it's something I respect. It doesn't make any difference whether it's a crappy film or a good film. Anyone who can make a film, I already love. But I feel sorry if they don't put any thought in it because then they missed the boat.
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There is no reason why a serious film, one about life, can't be enjoyable, maybe even fun. Emotions can be very entertaining, you know. I try to use them generously in my films.
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There's a difference between ad-libbing and improvising. And there's a difference between not knowing what to do and just saying something. Or making choices as an actor. As a writer also, as a person who's making a film, as a cameraman, everything is a choice. And it seems to me I don't really have to direct anyone or write down that somebody's getting drunk; all I have to do is say that there's a bottle there and put a bottle there and then they're going to get drunk.
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As an artist, I feel that we must try many things - but above all we must dare to fail.
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Filmmaking is exploring. Why would I want to make a film about something I already understand?
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