“The cinema is a mirror of society, but also a window onto the world.”
What this quote means
Sylvie Testud's quote highlights the dual role of cinema: it reflects the realities of our society, its flaws and hopes, while opening us to other cultures and ways of life. Like a mirror, it shows us our own image, but like a window, it allows us to see beyond our own horizon. Cinema is thus a powerful tool for self-knowledge and understanding the world.
How to apply it daily
Watch a film from a country or culture you know little about. After the screening, note what it taught you about that society and about yourself.
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