As a viewer, the minute I start getting confused, I check out of the movie. Emotionally, I'm severed.
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Movies are not about the weekend that they're released, and in the grand scheme of things, that's probably the most unimportant time of a film's life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Movies have a lasting impact beyond their release weekend.
Quentin Tarantino emphasizes that the significance of a film goes far beyond its immediate box office performance upon release. The true value of a movie is found in the long-term influence it has on culture, audiences, and the art form itself, suggesting that success should not be measured solely by initial monetary gain.
Themes
MoviesFilmSuccessImpactCulture
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for a discussion on the evolution of cinema in a film studies class.
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