Cameras Quote by Bun B
![“I think as he gets older, Quentin [Tarantino] is growing more and more into his directorial side, but the writer in him won't stop the pen. I don't think he deserved a directing nod. Like I said, it's beautifully shot - it's cinematography, obviously, deserves a nomination - but he's not the…” quote by Bun B](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ad5/bun-b-10711_cameras_i-think-as-he-gets-older-quentin-taranti_1299082.jpg)
“I think as he gets older, Quentin [Tarantino] is growing more and more into his directorial side, but the writer in him won't stop the pen. I don't think he deserved a directing nod. Like I said, it's beautifully shot - it's cinematography, obviously, deserves a nomination - but he's not the camera man.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Critics Discussion, 2023
The speaker praises the visual style but doubts the director’s overall contribution, separating cinematography from direction.
In simple terms: Great visuals don’t guarantee directing merit.
Key Takeaway
Separate visual skill from directing skill.
Themes
cinematography
direction
film criticism
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
evaluative
interpretive
When to use this quote
- movie reviews
- award nominations
- film analysis
Key Concepts
visual storytelling
authorial intent
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you evaluate a director’s role beyond visual style?
- Can cinematography compensate for perceived directing gaps?
A Different Perspective
The director may still influence the film’s vision despite not handling the camera.
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