Attitude Quote by Haskell Wexler
“I think that the whole voyeuristic attitude of filmmakers or of me personally - of shooting documentaries and so forth - is an important issue.”
About This Quote
Filmmakers, including the speaker, must consider the voyeuristic nature of documentary work as a significant ethical issue.
In simple terms: Documentary filmmaking raises ethical voyeurism concerns.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on ethical impact of watching others.
Themes
ethics
documentary
voyeurism
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analytical
ethical
When to use this quote
- news media
- social documentaries
Key Concepts
film theory
media responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How should filmmakers address subject privacy?
- What responsibilities do viewers have?
A Different Perspective
Audience voyeurism can exploit subjects.
