Denial Quote by Madeleine Stowe
“A lot of people in the movie industry tend to run and hide from it like ostriches. Movie industry people are definitely in denial right now, but you do become desensitized to violence when you see it on the screen so often. Let's face it, violence exists for one reason in movies, and that's to get an effect, create an emotion, sell tickets. - on the link between movies and school violence.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussion on media influence, date unknown
The quote highlights how the film industry often avoids confronting its role in desensitizing audiences to violence, using it primarily for emotional impact and profit.
In simple terms: Movies use violence for effect and profit, ignoring its impact.
Key Takeaway
Recognize media influence and demand responsible storytelling.
Themes
media influence
violence
denial
responsibility
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
analytical
observational
When to use this quote
- film criticism
- parental guidance
- educational curricula
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
desensitization
emotional manipulation
industry profit
Questions to Reflect On
- How does repeated on affect viewers' empathy?
- What responsibilities do creators have?
A Different Perspective
Violence can also serve artistic or narrative purposes beyond profit.
