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“I don't want to do animation to mimic reality. I want to push reality.” quote by Genndy Tartakovsky
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“I don't want to do animation to mimic reality. I want to push reality.”

Genndy Tartakovsky

About This Quote

Source Interview: Animation Talk, 2015

He seeks to create animation that expands beyond realistic imitation, aiming to reshape perception of reality.

In simple terms: Wants animation to transform reality, not just copy it.

Key Takeaway

Innovate, don’t imitate.

Themes

creativity innovation artistic vision

Mood

inspired ambitious

Type

philosophical creative

When to use this quote

  • designing animated films
  • concept development
  • visual storytelling
  • experimental media
  • pushing boundaries

Key Concepts

transcendence perception media theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What new reality will your work reveal?
  • How can you keep viewers grounded while expanding perception?
A Different Perspective

Balancing realism and abstraction can be challenging for audiences.

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