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“Definitely my generation and beyond grew up in theaters and when you make a film you think of the theatrical experience. You think of that big screen in the darkened theater with a lot of people, so that's always the thought behind it. If that's the case, it's nice if that's available. That's…” quote by Richard Linklater
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“Definitely my generation and beyond grew up in theaters and when you make a film you think of the theatrical experience. You think of that big screen in the darkened theater with a lot of people, so that's always the thought behind it. If that's the case, it's nice if that's available. That's great, but I don't really mind if they're watching films on a plane. I don't mind. Anybody who just wants to watch a movie, I can't complain. If that's the way they're going to watch them, that's the way they watch them. Who am I to judge?”

Richard Linklater

About This Quote

Source Interview: Film Director Richard Linklater, 2019

The cinematic experience is personal; the medium doesn’t matter as long as the story resonates.

In simple terms: Story matters more than venue.

Key Takeaway

Focus on storytelling, not the platform.

Themes

film experience media acceptance

Mood

contemplative open-minded

Type

reflective philosophical

When to use this quote

  • movie nights
  • airplane entertainment
  • streaming services
  • film festivals

Key Concepts

narrative technology audience engagement

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you prefer watching films alone or with others?
  • How does setting affect your immersion?
A Different Perspective

Some audiences value communal viewing over solitary.

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