Quote by Manuel Puig

I think cinema is closer to allegories than to reality. It's closer to our dreams.

I think cinema is closer to allegories than to reality. It's

Summary

This quote suggests that the nature of cinema is more aligned with allegories and dreams rather than portraying reality as it is. It implies that cinema has the power to capture the essence of our dreams, fantasies, and symbolism, rather than focusing on depicting the objective truth or facts of the real world. It highlights the ability of cinema to evoke emotions and create a heightened sense of imagination and escapism for the audience.

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By Manuel Puig

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