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“I don't believe that people are robots. I think you should try to get personal, try to put yourself in the film in a deep way, and try to give that to the viewer, even if some of them will not connect with that kind of universe and surreality.” quote by Miguel Gomes
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“I don't believe that people are robots. I think you should try to get personal, try to put yourself in the film in a deep way, and try to give that to the viewer, even if some of them will not connect with that kind of universe and surreality.”

Miguel Gomes

About This Quote

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

Emphasizes human connection in cinema, urging personal, immersive storytelling despite potential audience disconnect.

In simple terms: Make films personal and immersive.

Key Takeaway

Connect deeply with viewers.

Themes

creativity empathy storytelling

Mood

reflective inspired

Type

artistic instructional

When to use this quote

  • indie film projects
  • workshop teaching
  • directing actors
  • audience engagement

Key Concepts

humanism authenticity surrealism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance personal vision with audience expectations?
  • What techniques deepen viewer empathy?
A Different Perspective

Risk of alienating viewers who prefer conventional narratives.

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