I think we're going to enter a phase where there's less interest in the CGI and there's a demand for story again. I think we've dropped the ball a little bit on stories for the sake of the amazing toys that we've played with.
Peter JacksonRead
The most honest form of filmmaking is to make a film for yourself.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Filmmaking should be a personal expression rather than a commercial product.
Peter Jackson emphasizes that the truest and most sincere form of filmmaking comes from creating a film that resonates with oneβs own vision and passion, rather than solely focusing on pleasing an audience or filmmakers' market trends. This approach allows for authenticity and a deeper connection to the artistic process, ultimately leading to more meaningful art.
Themes
FilmmakingArtAuthenticityPersonal ExpressionCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
During a film festival, a director might share this quote to encourage aspiring filmmakers to stay true to their vision.
More from Peter Jackson
All quotes βWe're human beings, and we want stories. We're always going to be entertained and have our emotions touched by humanity and by things that we recognize in our own lives. So whilst every now and again we'll be happy to watch a bubblegum film, it's never gonna be the only things that get made.
Peter JacksonRead
I have a freedom that's incredibly valuable. Obviously my freedom is far smaller in scale than people like Zemeckis and Spielberg have here. But it's comparable. I can dream up a project, develop it, make it, control it, release it.
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Adapting a novel is not really about being faithful to every word and every moment the author has created. It's more about that same story being filtered through somebody else's sensibility.
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As a filmmaker, I believe in trying to make movies that invite the audience to be part of the film; in other words, there are some films where I'm just a spectator and am simply observing from the front seat. What I try to do is draw the audience into the film and have them participate in what's happening onscreen.
Peter JacksonRead
I've always tried to make movies that pull the audience out of their seats... I want audiences to be transported.
Peter JacksonRead
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