Quote by Orson Welles

A film is never really good unless the camera is an eye in the head of a poet.

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Summary

This quote suggests that for a film to be truly impactful and artistically valuable, the camera should be operated by someone who views and captures scenes with the sensitivity and imagination of a poet. It implies that a skilled filmmaker must possess not only technical proficiency but also a profound understanding of storytelling, composition, and emotion. By equating the camera to an "eye in the head of a poet," the quote emphasizes the importance of a creative and intuitive approach to cinematography in order to capture the essence and depth of a narrative.

By Orson Welles

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