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“If you see a bad live action film, what are the conclusions you draw? Typically, it is that they made a bunch of mistakes, a bad script, wrong casting. You get into 2D, and you get a few films that are not strong films. And what is the conclusion? That it's 2D? I beg to differ. It's a convenient…” quote by Edwin Catmull
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“If you see a bad live action film, what are the conclusions you draw? Typically, it is that they made a bunch of mistakes, a bad script, wrong casting. You get into 2D, and you get a few films that are not strong films. And what is the conclusion? That it's 2D? I beg to differ. It's a convenient excuse, but it's just wrong.”

Edwin Catmull

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

People often blame a film's failure on superficial factors like 2D format, ignoring deeper issues such as script and casting.

In simple terms: Bad movies are blamed for being 2D, but that's an excuse.

Key Takeaway

Look beyond format to assess quality.

Themes

film criticism media analysis creative process

Mood

critical analytical

Type

observational reflective

When to use this quote

  • movie reviews
  • film studies
  • production meetings

Key Concepts

storytelling production design audience perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What deeper factors contribute to a film's success?
  • How can creators avoid relying on excuses?
A Different Perspective

Excusing failure with format overlooks core flaws.

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