Books Quote by Andrei Tarkovsky
“Objectivity can only be the author's and therefore subjective, even if he is editing a newsreel.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Theory Discussion, 1975
Objectivity is impossible because any presentation is filtered through the creator’s perspective, making even factual editing subjective.
In simple terms: All media is shaped by the creator’s view.
Key Takeaway
Recognize bias in all sources.
Themes
media
truth
subjectivity
perception
art
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
critical
educational
When to use this quote
- News reporting
- documentary filmmaking
- academic research
- personal narratives
Key Concepts
Phenomenology
epistemology
film theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we identify and mitigate personal bias?
- What standards ensure reliable reporting?
A Different Perspective
Some argue that factual data can remain objective despite presentation.
![“[Objectivity] cannot exist without mental flexibility, since none of us is objective by nature. We all have opinions, the roots of which are spread out far and often are hidden in darkness. To have an opinion is both our right and our duty. To change this opinion becomes an intellectual obligation…” quote by J. F. Blumrich](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a4f/j-f-blumrich-244366_nature_objectivity-cannot-exist-without-mental_2030246.jpg)
