Quote by Robert Bresson

Cinema, radio, television, magazines are a school of inattention: people look without seeing, listen in without hearing.

Cinema, radio, television, magazines are a school of inatten

Summary

This quote highlights the role of modern forms of media in promoting a lack of active engagement and awareness among people. The reference to cinema, radio, television, and magazines suggests that these popular mediums often contribute to a passive form of consumption, where people merely look or listen without giving their full attention or truly understanding the content. The quote serves as a critique of how these media outlets can distract individuals from fully experiencing and comprehending the world around them.

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By Robert Bresson

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