Believe Quote by Errol Morris
![“I'm one simple way I think I've succeeded was capturing Elsa [Dorfman]. There's something about Elsa, her personality, and her work that I believe is there.” quote by Errol Morris](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/295/errol-morris-2512_believe_i-m-one-simple-way-i-think-i-ve-succeede_287826.jpg)
“I'm one simple way I think I've succeeded was capturing Elsa [Dorfman]. There's something about Elsa, her personality, and her work that I believe is there.”
About This Quote
Source Film: The Fog of War, 2003
Morris admires Elsa Dorfman's authentic style and believes it embodies a lasting artistic presence.
In simple terms: He respects her unique voice and work.
Key Takeaway
Value genuine, personal expression.
Themes
authenticity
artistry
legacy
Mood
thoughtful
respectful
Type
observational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- documentary filmmaking
- portrait photography
- creative mentorship
Key Concepts
photography
personal style
influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate a distinct voice?
- What does lasting impact mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Authenticity may not guarantee commercial success.
![“This uses a lens system, which I have used for years in various different ways, but I've never used it in the context of an interview. This is the very first time that I've done that. It's a lens called The Revolution, so it allowed me to interview Elsa [Dorfman] and actually operate the camera…” quote by Errol Morris](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/349/errol-morris-2512_cameras_this-uses-a-lens-system-which-i-have-use_2997204.jpg)
![“I've always loved [Elsa Dorfman] work. I've loved her and her work is so much an expression of her. One of the reasons to make the film is to expose Elsa, hopefully, to a wider audience.” quote by Errol Morris](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/643/errol-morris-2512_audience_i-ve-always-loved-elsa-dorfman-work-i-ve_2323053.jpg)
![“[Elsa Dorfman]was well known. Certainly in the Boston area, she's well known as a portrait photographer. My wife always wanted to meet her and then there was some benefit where she was taking pictures.” quote by Errol Morris](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/058/errol-morris-2512_areas_elsa-dorfman-was-well-known-certainly-in_621042.jpg)
![“Maybe [killers] is one of my real passions. Why deny it?” quote by Errol Morris](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/094/errol-morris-2512_deny_maybe-killers-is-one-of-my-real-passions_170335.jpg)
