Certain Quote by Ang Lee
“I think doing period piece is easier, because after a certain distance, everybody is equal, I think. The relative contemporary is harder. I think that's the way it is.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Filmmaking perspectives, 2015
Historical stories feel easier because distance equalizes characters, while contemporary tales demand nuanced relevance.
In simple terms: Period pieces feel simpler than modern ones.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the challenge of portraying present‑day issues.
Themes
history
contemporary relevance
storytelling
equality
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
cinematic
educational
When to use this quote
- writing scripts
- directing films
- teaching film studies
Key Concepts
temporal distance
cultural relevance
narrative complexity
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a contemporary story harder to tell?
- How can filmmakers balance relevance and fairness?
A Different Perspective
Modern stories risk bias and immediacy.
![“Making this movie as a period piece about a period that was very recent in people's minds. I was in Taiwan [during the 1970s], so I hope I did all right. Otherwise, it could be the biggest embarrassment of my life. Also, the story is not linear, it's patchy, like a cubist painting, and there is…” quote by Ang Lee](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/69b/ang-lee-2496_core_making-this-movie-as-a-period-piece-abou_796900.jpg)
