Akira Kurosawa
Most influential Asian filmmaker
Most quoted
"The characters in my films try to live honestly and make the most of the lives they’ve been given. I believe you must live honestly and develop your abilities to the full. People who do this are the real heroes."
— from Interview/Statement
"With a good script, a good director can produce a masterpiece. With the same script, a mediocre director can produce a passable film. But with a bad script even a good director can't possibly make a good film."
— from Interview/Statement
"The most important thing is to have a good script. If you have a good script, you can make a good film even with bad actors. But if you have a bad script, you can't make a good film even with good actors."
— from Interview
All quotes by Akira Kurosawa (408)
I believe that a good film should be able to challenge the audience's perceptions.
The most difficult thing in filmmaking is to maintain your objectivity.
I'm always looking for new inspiration and new ideas.
I believe that film can be a form of meditation.
The most important thing for a filmmaker is to have a strong point of view.
I always try to make films that are both visually stunning and emotionally resonant.
I believe that a good film should be able to leave a lasting impression.
The most rewarding part of filmmaking is to share your vision with the world.
I'm always pushing myself to be a better filmmaker.
I believe that film can be a powerful force for good in the world.
The most important thing for a director is to have a clear understanding of human nature.
I always try to make films that are both thought-provoking and emotionally engaging.
I believe that a good film should be able to transport the audience to another time and place.
The most difficult thing in filmmaking is to stay true to your artistic vision.
I'm always experimenting with new techniques and new approaches to filmmaking.
I believe that film can be a universal language.
I am a person who is not very good at expressing myself in words. I am a person who expresses myself through images.
The most important thing is to have a good script. If you don't have a good script, you don't have anything.
A film is like a dream. It's a world that you create and you invite people to enter.
I believe that the best way to make a film is to be honest with yourself and to be honest with your audience.
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