Point of view Quote by Ingrid Bergman
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“In Paris, when the picture came out [Casablanca] they weren't too pleased with it. They didn't like the political point of view. The picture was taken off immediately and was never sold to television. A while ago it was brought in and opened in five theatres in Paris, as a new movie. They had a big gala opening where I appeared and people were absolutely crazy about it.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Casablanca, 1942 (original release); re-release in Paris, 1970s
The film faced political censorship in Paris, later revived to great public enthusiasm.
In simple terms: Censorship delayed the film’s French debut, but it later became a hit.
Key Takeaway
Political context can suppress art, yet public demand can revive it.
Themes
censorship
film
public reception
politics
revival
Mood
controversial
celebratory
Type
historical
cultural
entertainment
When to use this quote
- movie theaters
- cultural festivals
- political protests
- film restoration
Key Concepts
artistic freedom
political climate
media distribution
Questions to Reflect On
- How does political climate affect artistic distribution?
- What drives a society to revisit censored works?
A Different Perspective
Audience enthusiasm can overturn earlier suppression.
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