Cinema Quote by Errol Morris
“Long, long before I became a filmmaker I was talking to killers. Filmmaking was an after thought.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, Errol Morris, 1998
Before filmmaking, he conversed with killers; filmmaking was secondary.
In simple terms: Early exposure to extreme subjects shaped his perspective.
Explore diverse experiences before specialization.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- documentary work
- career development
- ethical storytelling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do early experiences influence artistic voice?
- What ethical lines exist in portraying violence?
May sensationalize trauma.