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“Of the hundreds of points to enter and exit that are offered to me, I have to choose the one that I feel is the least wrong, the least fake. It is fake, it is a moment that I choose to erupt the story, but I make it as smooth as I can. What enables me to do it is the skill of filmmaking.” quote by Abbas Kiarostami
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“Of the hundreds of points to enter and exit that are offered to me, I have to choose the one that I feel is the least wrong, the least fake. It is fake, it is a moment that I choose to erupt the story, but I make it as smooth as I can. What enables me to do it is the skill of filmmaking.”

Abbas Kiarostami

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He chooses the least dishonest moment to break the narrative, using filmmaking skill to make it seamless.

In simple terms: Pick the most authentic moment and smooth it with craft.

Key Takeaway

Use craft to make authentic choices.

Themes

authenticity craft storytelling

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • documentary editing
  • scene transitions
  • creative compromises

Key Concepts

filmmaking ethical decision narrative manipulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you decide which truth to reveal?
  • What compromises are acceptable in storytelling?
A Different Perspective

Balancing truth and art can still mislead audiences.

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