Quote by Ingmar Bergman, Laterna Magica

Film as dream, film as music. No form of art goes beyond ordinary consciousness as film does, straight to our emotions, deep into the twilight room of the soul. A little twitch in our optic nerve, a shock effect: twenty-four illuminated frames a second, darkness in between, the optic nerve incapable of registering darkness.

Film as dream, film as music. No form of art goes beyond ord

Summary

This quote describes film as a unique art form that surpasses ordinary consciousness and speaks directly to our emotions. It compares film to a dream or music, emphasizing its ability to deeply penetrate the realms of our soul. It highlights the impact of film on our sensory perception, with the rapid succession of illuminated frames eliciting a profound response. Furthermore, it notes that even in the darkness between frames, our optic nerve remains engaged, unable to register darkness. Ultimately, this quote captures the captivating and powerful nature of film.

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Film / Filmmaking / Movies

By Ingmar Bergman, Laterna Magica

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