Havens Quote by Robert Redford
“[Making Ordinary People] was a wonderful experience. Tremendous. I haven't seen it since. It belongs to the public now; it no longer really belongs to me.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public Television Documentary, 1995
Sharing cultural works with the public transforms private enjoyment into collective heritage.
In simple terms: Public ownership turns personal art into shared treasure.
Promote public access to cultural works.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- museum exhibitions
- broadcast rights
- educational programs
- archival preservation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should artists retain exclusive rights?
- How does public access enrich society?
Some may lose personal control over their creations.