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Angle Quote by Martin Scorsese

“I just - I kind of see it that way. I find the higher angles down. I do - look, you can go back to the staircase shots in "Third Man" or the staircase in "La Dolce Vita." So I just find that visual construction in a frame.” quote by Martin Scorsese
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“I just - I kind of see it that way. I find the higher angles down. I do - look, you can go back to the staircase shots in "Third Man" or the staircase in "La Dolce Vita." So I just find that visual construction in a frame.”

Martin Scorsese

About This Quote

Source Interview: Discussing visual storytelling, 2023

He seeks distinctive visual angles, inspired by classic film staircases, to shape narrative composition.

In simple terms: Find unique visual perspectives.

Key Takeaway

Explore unconventional framing.

Themes

cinematography visual storytelling inspiration

Mood

creative reflective

Type

film artistic

When to use this quote

  • directing
  • storyboarding
  • scene design
  • creative workshops

Key Concepts

Composition Perspective Film history

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do angles affect audience emotion?
  • Which classic scenes inspire you?
A Different Perspective

Risk of over‑stylization.

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