Quote by Martin Scorsese

The cinema began with a passionate, physical relationship between celluloid and the artists and craftsmen and technicians who handled it, manipulated it, and came to know it the way a lover comes to know every inch of the body of the beloved. No matter where the cinema goes, we cannot afford to lose sight of its beginnings.

The cinema began with a passionate, physical relationship be

Summary

This quote celebrates the intimate and intense connection that was forged between filmmakers and the medium of celluloid when cinema originated. It emphasizes the passion, skill, and intricate understanding that early artists and technicians developed, akin to a lover exploring every aspect of their beloved. It urges us to never forget the foundation of cinema, regardless of its continual evolution and transformation. By holding onto this origin, we can preserve the essence and essence-driven nature of the art form.

By Martin Scorsese

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