Quote by Jason Reitman

I'm not Michael Moore. I think Michael Moore wants to tell you how to think. He wants to give you answers. I make movies to raise my own personal questions and not to give answers.

I'm not Michael Moore. I think Michael Moore wants to tell y

Summary

This quote reflects the difference in approach between the speaker and Michael Moore, a filmmaker known for his documentaries that convey a clear message or viewpoint. The speaker, who is not explicitly named, asserts their intention to make films with the purpose of provoking personal introspection and raising questions rather than providing definitive answers. By emphasizing their own quest for exploration and encouraging viewers to think for themselves, they distance themselves from Moore's more didactic style of filmmaking.

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By Jason Reitman

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