Affected Quote by Dorothy Arzner
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“I would like the [film] industry to be more aware of what they're doing to influence people for good and for bad. There's no doubt that we're affected by our environment”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Industry Panel, 1938
Film should recognize its influence on audiences, for better or worse, and act responsibly.
In simple terms: Media impacts society.
Key Takeaway
Create responsibly, aware of influence.
Themes
media
responsibility
influence
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
media
philosophical
When to use this quote
- advertising
- education
- policy making
Key Concepts
ethical filmmaking
public perception
cultural impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How to measure media impact?
- What guidelines promote ethical content?
A Different Perspective
Commercial pressures can conflict with ethics.
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