I could list some Japanese films illustrating this, but the last thing the audience for Memoirs of a Geisha wants to see is a more truthful film with less gorgeous women and shabbier production values.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author argues that audiences prefer glamorous productions over truthful but less attractive films. This suggests aesthetic appeal often outweighs historical accuracy for viewers.
- In plain terms
- Viewers prefer beautiful movies over accurate but less pretty ones.
- What can you take from it?
- Audiences often value style over substance in historical dramas.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does beauty mask truth in film?
- What do you prioritize in a period piece?
Another view
Some audiences actively seek out raw and unpolished storytelling.
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