Quote by Yann Martel

I find that movies tend to fix the aesthetics of a story in people's minds.

I find that movies tend to fix the aesthetics of a story in

Summary

This quote suggests that movies have a powerful ability to shape and solidify the visual aspects of a story in people's imaginations. When a story is depicted in a film, the visuals, such as the setting, characters, and overall ambiance, become engraved in the audience's perception. Movies have the capacity to establish a visual canon for a story, allowing these images to become the definitive interpretation for many viewers. Hence, movies play a crucial role in establishing and preserving the aesthetics of a narrative in people's minds.

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By Yann Martel

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