Quote by Mike Figgis

There's a sadness to the human condition that I think music is good for. It gives a counterpoint to the visual beauty, and adds depth to pictures that they wouldn't have if the music wasn't there.

There's a sadness to the human condition that I think music

Summary

This quote expresses the belief that music has the capacity to address and console the innate sadness that exists within human existence. It suggests that music serves as a powerful complement to visual beauty by offering an emotional counterpoint. It implies that without music, pictures lack the depth and emotional resonance that they acquire when accompanied by the right musical composition. Overall, the quote emphasizes the importance of music in evoking and capturing the complex range of human emotions.

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Beauty

By Mike Figgis

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