Aspiration Quote by David Cronenberg
“I have no rules. For me, it's a full, full experience to make a movie. It takes a lot of time, and I want there to be a lot of stuff in it. You're looking for every shot in the movie to have resonance and want it to be something you can see a second time, and then I'd like it to be something you can see 10 years later, and it becomes a different movie, because you're a different person. So that means I want it to be deep, not in a pretentious way, but I guess I can say I am pretentious in that I pretend. I have aspirations that the movie should trigger off a lot of complex responses.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Hollywood Reporter, 2015
He believes a film should be layered, rewarding repeated viewings and personal growth over time, avoiding shallow pretension while aiming for deep emotional impact.
In simple terms: Films should be deep, rewarding, and timeless.
Key Takeaway
Create layered works that grow with the audience.
Themes
art
film
depth
longevity
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- film production
- scriptwriting
- editing
- marketing
- film festivals
Key Concepts
cinema
audience engagement
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How can a filmmaker balance depth with accessibility?
- What techniques ensure a film remains relevant years later?
A Different Perspective
Depth can be perceived as pretentious if not grounded in genuine storytelling.
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