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Cinema Quote by Bernardo Bertolucci

“What happened in the late Fifties, early Sixties in French cinema was a fantastic revolution. I was in Italy, but completely in love with the nouvelle vague movement, and directors like Godard, Truffaut, Demy. 'The Dreamers' was a total homage to cinema and that love for it.” quote by Bernardo Bertolucci
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“What happened in the late Fifties, early Sixties in French cinema was a fantastic revolution. I was in Italy, but completely in love with the nouvelle vague movement, and directors like Godard, Truffaut, Demy. 'The Dreamers' was a total homage to cinema and that love for it.”

Bernardo Bertolucci

About This Quote

Source Interview: Discussing French cinema, 1970s

The speaker praises the transformative impact of the French New Wave and its influence on global filmmakers.

In simple terms: New Wave reshaped cinema and inspired worldwide creators.

Key Takeaway

Embrace innovative artistic movements.

Themes

cinema innovation artistic influence history

Mood

reflective enthusiastic

Type

analytical historical

When to use this quote

  • film criticism
  • art education
  • directorial study
  • cinema history

Key Concepts

film theory cultural exchange creative inspiration

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you apply New Wave techniques today?
  • What modern movements inspire you?
A Different Perspective

Focusing only on past movements may overlook current innovations.

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