Quote by Ethan Hawke
The experience on that movie (Dead Poets Society) was, for lack of a better term, life-altering. Peter Weir has a unique talent for making movies that are intelligent but also mainstream. I've never been terribly successful at doing that.
Summary
The quote reflects the speaker's profound impact from working on the film "Dead Poets Society" directed by Peter Weir. They describe the experience as transformative and life-altering. Additionally, the speaker acknowledges Peter Weir's talent for creating intelligent yet accessible mainstream movies, something they themselves feel they have struggled with. The quote conveys admiration for Weir's ability to strike a balance between artistic depth and commercial appeal, while also expressing a personal reflection on their own career.
By Ethan Hawke