In this age of consumerism film criticism all over the world - in America first but also in Europe - has become something that caters for the movie industry instead of being a counterbalance.
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Any film that supports the idea that things can be changed is a great film in my eyes.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the transformative power of film in inspiring change.
Wim Wenders expresses a belief that films which foster the notion of change hold significant value. He suggests that cinema has the potential to challenge perceptions and motivate audiences, making films that advocate for change not just entertaining but also impactful and important.
Themes
ChangeFilmsTransformationCinemaImpact
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the power of films at a film festival.
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But I think that the spirit of protectionism would be the grave of European cinema. You cannot protect something by building a fence around it and thinking that this will help it survive.
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Every photo, every 'ONCE' in time is also the beginning of a story starting 'once upon a time...' Every photo is the first frame of a movie.
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