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Among today's directors I'm of course impressed by Steven Spielberg and Scorsese, and Coppola, even if he seems to have ceased making films, and Steven Soderbergh - they all have something to say, they're passionate, they have an idealistic attitude to the filmmaking process. Soderbergh's Traffic is amazing. Another great couple of examples of the strength of American cinema is American Beauty and Magnolia.

Ingmar Bergman#46

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About this quote

What does it mean?
The author admires several contemporary directors for their passion and idealism, highlighting specific films as examples of strong American cinema.
In plain terms
Passionate directors produce noteworthy films that showcase American cinema.
What can you take from it?
Appreciate filmmakers who bring idealism and passion to their work.

Where it applies

  • film reviews
  • movie night selections
  • cinema history lectures

Putting it to work

  • watch highlighted films
  • study directors' philosophies
  • discuss cinematic themes

Questions to consider

  • What makes a director's work idealistic?
  • How does passion translate into film quality?

Another view

Personal admiration may overlook flaws in their work.

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