Quote by Javier Bardem

Awards were made in Hollywood, in whatever the time it was created. They're to promote each other's movies. You give me an award, I give you an award and people will believe that we are great movies and they'll go to see them. It's still the same.

Awards were made in Hollywood, in whatever the time it was c

Summary

This quote explains the underlying motive behind awards in Hollywood. It suggests that awards are not solely about recognizing artistic excellence, but rather serve as a mutually beneficial promotional tool. By exchanging awards, filmmakers hope to establish an illusion of greatness around their movies, helping to attract viewers. The quote implies that this practice has persisted over time, implying that awards are often driven more by industry politics and marketing strategies than purely merit-based judgments.

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By Javier Bardem

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