Quote by John Berger

Compare the cinema with theatre. Both are dramatic arts. Theatre brings actors before a public and every night during the season they re-enact the same drama. Deep in the nature of theatre is a sense of ritual. The cinema, by contrast, transports its audience individually, singly, out of the theatre towards the unknown.

Compare the cinema with theatre. Both are dramatic arts. The

Summary

This quote highlights the fundamental differences between cinema and theatre. While both are dramatic arts that involve actors performing in front of an audience, they differ in their impact and experience. Theatre embraces a sense of ritual, with actors re-enacting the same drama every night before a live audience. In contrast, cinema transports individuals out of the communal atmosphere of the theatre and into unknown dimensions, providing a unique and personal experience for each viewer. The quote underscores the distinct nature of the two art forms and their ability to engage audiences in different ways.

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By John Berger

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