People have to start talking to know more about other cultures and to understand each other.
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I think all the great studio filmmakers are dead or no longer working. I don't put myself, my friends, and other contemporary filmmakers in their category. I just see us doing some work.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Scorsese reflects on the legacy of past filmmakers while distancing himself and his contemporaries from that greatness.
In this quote, Martin Scorsese acknowledges the profound impact and artistic mastery of great filmmakers from the past, asserting that he does not equate his work or that of his peers to the legendary status of those who came before. This statement highlights a sense of humility and appreciation for the history of cinema, while suggesting that contemporary filmmakers are still exploring and contributing to the medium in their own unique ways.
Themes
FilmmakingCinemaLegacyArtistryHumility
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a film appreciation class to prompt discussion about the evolution of cinema.
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