Quote by Paul Thomas Anderson

I really subscribe to that old adage that you should never let the audience get ahead of you for a second. So if the film's abrasive and wrongfoots people then, y'know, that's great. But I hope it involves an audience.

I really subscribe to that old adage that you should never l

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This quote highlights the importance of keeping the audience engaged and constantly surprised. The speaker believes in the idea that a film should challenge and unsettle its viewers, pushing them out of their comfort zones. Rather than playing it safe, the speaker hopes that the film can provoke strong reactions and encourage active involvement from the audience, ensuring that they are always one step behind and eagerly anticipating what comes next.

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By Paul Thomas Anderson

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