Movies are much more fascist than books. They tell you what to feel, when to feel it. Popular movies manipulate you. Music tells you when it's a sad part and when it's a happy part. You're obliged to watch them at the speed the filmmaker has created for you. That, I think, is one of the reasons why they're so popular - because you don't have to think very hard. The filmmaker has done all the thinking for you.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Movies impose feelings and pacing on viewers more than books do, reducing the need for independent thought. This manipulation contributes to their popularity.
- In plain terms
- Movies control your emotions and pace more than books.
- What can you take from it?
- Question passive consumption of media that dictates your feelings.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How often do you let movies decide how you feel?
- What media encourages you to think harder?
Another view
It generalizes all movies as fascist without acknowledging varied cinematic styles.
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