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I am crazy about my own films. The films I've just made…

“I am crazy about my own films. The films I've just made I'm crazy about them. But then I don't see them for many years. It's like when you get a new child you're very crazy about this child but then after a few years you're like, "what was its name again?"” quote by Lars von Trier
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“I am crazy about my own films. The films I've just made I'm crazy about them. But then I don't see them for many years. It's like when you get a new child you're very crazy about this child but then after a few years you're like, "what was its name again?"”

Lars von Trier

About This Quote

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

He feels intense pride in his recent films but loses connection over time, similar to parental attachment fading as a child grows.

In simple terms: Initial excitement fades with distance.

Key Takeaway

Stay engaged with your work over time.

Themes

creativity pride temporal distance

Mood

reflective nostalgic

Type

personal artistic

When to use this quote

  • film promotion
  • archiving
  • long‑term audience engagement

Key Concepts

film making artist identity attachment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can creators maintain lasting connection to their work?
  • What practices keep artistic enthusiasm alive?
A Different Perspective

Passion may wane without ongoing reflection.

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