“Film is the art of lying, 24 lies per second.”
— Javier Bardem
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Simplified Meaning:
Movies create an imaginary world by showing us 24 images per second to make a story look real. Even though what we see on screen feels true, it’s actually made up of small, individual pictures that our brain turns into moving scenes. Think of a magic trick where the magician makes you believe in something impossible; movies do the same by fooling our eyes and mind. When you watch Harry Potter cast spells or superheroes fly, you know it isn’t real, but it feels real because of this clever trick. Understanding this can help us appreciate the creativity and skill that goes into making films. We can enjoy movies more knowing how filmmakers use their art to create exciting, believable stories from pure imagination.
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