Whether you like it or not, a child really connects you to that time when everything's new. It's so important - not just for artistic endeavors, but for humanity.
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I started to do stop-motion when I was a kid. You take a Super 8 and make some models, and move, click, move, click. All that. I love all forms of animation, but there is something unique and special to stop-motion: it's more real and the set is lit like a set. But I think it's also a kind of lonely and dark thing to want to do.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the unique and personal nature of stop-motion animation, highlighting its artistic value and the solitude in creating it.
Tim Burton shares his childhood fascination with stop-motion animation, emphasizing its distinctive qualities compared to other forms of animation. He expresses a deep appreciation for the realism and meticulous lighting involved in the craft, while also recognizing the solitary and introspective aspects of pursuing such an art form, suggesting that it can evoke a sense of loneliness.
Themes
Stop-MotionAnimationArtLonelinessCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the evolution of film techniques, one could use this quote to highlight the artist's journey in animation.
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