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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Certain things leave you in your life and certain things stay with you. And that's why we're all interested in movies- those ones that make you feel, you still think about. Because it gave you such an emotional response, it's actually part of your emotional make-up, in a way.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Certain experiences leave a lasting impact on us, shaping our emotions and thoughts.
Tim Burton's quote highlights the profound effect that specific experiences, particularly movies, can have on our emotional landscape. He suggests that the films that resonate with us stay in our minds and hearts, influencing who we are and how we feel. This idea reflects the power of storytelling and art to evoke deep emotional responses, ultimately becoming a part of our identity.
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EmotionsMoviesImpactIdentityArt
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about emotional films, you can use this quote to emphasize the lasting impact of cinema.
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