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“Animation, for me, is a wonderful art form. I never understood why the studios wanted to stop making animation. Maybe they felt that the audiences around the world only wanted to watch computer animation. I didn't understand that, because I don't think ever in the history of cinema did the medium…” quote by John Lasseter
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“Animation, for me, is a wonderful art form. I never understood why the studios wanted to stop making animation. Maybe they felt that the audiences around the world only wanted to watch computer animation. I didn't understand that, because I don't think ever in the history of cinema did the medium of a film make that film entertaining or not. What I've always felt is, what audiences like to watch are really good movies.”

John Lasseter

About This Quote

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

He defends animation as a valuable art form, arguing that audience preference is for quality storytelling, not just computer‑generated images.

In simple terms: Defends animation, emphasizing story over technology

Key Takeaway

Value storytelling quality over medium preference

Themes

art animation cinema storytelling

Mood

passionate defensive

Type

industry philosophical

When to use this quote

  • film criticism
  • animation production
  • studio decision‑making
  • educational workshops

Key Concepts

Creative authenticity audience perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can studios balance art and profit?
  • What defines a “good” movie beyond visuals?
A Different Perspective

Studio trends may favor cost‑effective CGI over craft

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