Accurate Quote by Roger Ebert
“Immortals is without doubt the best-looking awful movie you will ever see. Eiko Ishioka's costume designs alone deserve an Oscar nomination. "They weren't at all historically accurate," grumbled a woman in the elevator after the sneak preview, as if lots of documentation exists about the wardrobes of the gods. She added: "I guess that's what we deserve for using free tickets we got at a Blackhawks game.”
About This Quote
Source Film Review: Immortals (2011), Chicago Sun‑Times
The film’s visual style is striking despite its narrative flaws; costume design stands out, though historical accuracy is ignored for spectacle.
In simple terms: Visually stunning but historically inaccurate.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate design, critique story.
Themes
cinema
design
accuracy
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
film
design
When to use this quote
- movie nights
- design studies
- academic critique
Key Concepts
visual storytelling
costume design
historical fidelity
Questions to Reflect On
- Should visual appeal excuse factual errors?
- How much does design influence overall film quality?
A Different Perspective
Spectacle may outweigh substance for some viewers.
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