Drama Quote by Asghar Farhadi
“We always have the movies that are more toward real life, but they don't have that much drama or suspense, or we have the full of drama or suspense, but they're far away from real life. Always when I was watching a film, films with good drama, I was thinking, "I wish they were more close to real life." But when I was watching real life films I was thinking, "Well I wish it had more drama." I've tried, in the movies that I worked so far, to get these two things closer and closer to each other.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Director Talk, 2021
He critiques movies for lacking realism or drama, aiming to blend authenticity with engaging storytelling.
In simple terms: He wants realistic yet dramatic films.
Key Takeaway
Seek balance in storytelling.
Themes
film
drama
realism
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
critical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- screenwriting
- directing
- audience engagement
- film criticism
Key Concepts
narrative tension
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- Can realism and drama coexist without compromise?
- How does audience expectation shape film balance?
A Different Perspective
Too much focus on realism may reduce entertainment value.
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