Cinema Quote by Jesus Franco
“I think a very good movie director makes films to entertain people, but not to be considered like they were Cervantes, you know? One of the biggest problems now, with all the festivals and everything, is a confusion between the quality and the beauty and the highness of things. A film is a film. It's something to entertain you a couple hours. Not to be considered as if it were Shakespeare.”
About This Quote
Film should prioritize entertainment over being treated as high art or literary masterpiece
In simple terms: Movies are meant to amuse, not be judged like classic literature
Key Takeaway
Enjoy films for their entertainment value
Themes
entertainment
film criticism
art vs commerce
culture
Mood
lighthearted
critical
Type
observational
conversational
When to use this quote
- movie nights
- film festivals
- casual viewing
- media analysis
Key Concepts
aesthetic value
mass appeal
creative expression
industry standards
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a film successful for you?
- How do you separate entertainment from artistic merit?
A Different Perspective
Expecting cinematic works to match literary greatness can limit enjoyment
