Believe Quote by Michel Ocelot
“I'm a sorcerer because I start with nothing, and then, eventually, there is something. And I touch you, I move you, I make you laugh or cry, and you believe in what's happening on the screen, although I always show it's invented.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Kubo and the Two Strings (2016) – Director commentary
Creativity starts from nothing, grows into something that moves audiences, though it remains crafted illusion.
In simple terms: Creativity begins empty, becomes something that moves people, but it's made up.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the process of creating from void.
Themes
creativity
art
illusion
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
artistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- film making
- writing
- visual arts
- performance
- marketing
Key Concepts
storytelling
animation
emotional impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance authenticity with invention?
- What makes an invented story feel real?
A Different Perspective
Audience may resist fabricated narratives, limiting impact.
