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Cinema Quote by David Cronenberg

“The filmmaking process is a very personal one to me, I mean it really is a personal kind of communication. It's not as though its a study of fear or any of that stuff.” quote by David Cronenberg
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“The filmmaking process is a very personal one to me, I mean it really is a personal kind of communication. It's not as though its a study of fear or any of that stuff.”

David Cronenberg

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Art of Filmmaking, David Cronenberg, 1995

Cronenberg emphasizes filmmaking as a personal, expressive act, not merely an analysis of fear or abstract concepts.

In simple terms: Filmmaking is personal expression, not just fear study.

Key Takeaway

Create films that reflect your inner voice.

Themes

creativity personal expression communication artistic identity

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

artistic motivational

When to use this quote

  • directing
  • scriptwriting
  • personal storytelling

Key Concepts

subjectivity storytelling visual language

Questions to Reflect On

  • What personal truth do you want to share?
  • How does your style convey that truth?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook broader social impacts of film.

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