Cinema Quote by Bernardo Bertolucci
“If you mention any ideological thing about shooting 'Last Tango in Paris,' I was thinking I was doing a political film.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Last Tango in Paris (1972) interview
The speaker sees political interpretation as a misreading of artistic intent, emphasizing personal creative vision over ideology.
In simple terms: Art can be mistaken for politics.
Key Takeaway
Focus on artistic intent.
Themes
art
politics
interpretation
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- film criticism
- artistic analysis
- public discourse
Key Concepts
authorism
authorial intent
Questions to Reflect On
- How does political context shape your view of art?
- When should art be judged on its own terms?
A Different Perspective
Political readings can distract from artistic merit.
