Anti Quote by Francois Truffaut
“There's no such thing as an anti-war film,”
About This Quote
Source Film: The 400 Blows, 1959
War narratives inevitably reflect the filmmaker's own values, making true anti‑war cinema impossible.
In simple terms: Films cannot be completely neutral about war.
Recognize bias in media.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- film criticism
- educational discussion
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify a filmmaker's bias?
- Can a film ever be truly neutral?
Even anti‑war films may unintentionally glorify conflict.