Quote by John Berger

What is saved in the cinema when it achieves art is a spontaneous continuity with all mankind. It is not an art of the princes or the bourgeoisie. It is popular and vagrant. In the sky of the cinema people learn what they might have been and discover what belongs to them apart from their single lives.

What is saved in the cinema when it achieves art is a sponta

Summary

This quote suggests that when cinema becomes an art form, it attains a connection with all of humanity. Unlike forms of art that may be limited to the wealthy or privileged, cinema is accessible and belongs to the common people. It allows individuals to imagine alternate lives and explore aspects of their identity that go beyond their personal experiences. Through cinema, people can discover a sense of belonging and connection to something larger than themselves.

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Film / Filmmaking / Movies

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