“Two-thirds of American movies are extensions of commercials — they tell you how to feel and they tell you how to think — rather than letting you figure it out on your own," said Arkin, who has been acting since the 1960s and won the supporting actor Oscar for "Little Miss Sunshine." "Ben treats the audience like adults. He doesn't shove you into endless close-ups, and the music doesn't tell you what's going to happen next, which is something I hate in American movies.”
Quote by Alan Arkin
Work
An Improvised Life: A Memoir: Library Edition
Browse quotes and source details for this work. more
Author
Alan Arkin
Alan Arkin is an American actor renowned for his performances in film and television. Born on March 26, 1934, he has had a career spanning over half a century, during which he has won numerous awards, including an Academy Award. more
You May Also Like
Source: The Undead Next Door
“If cock is male and hen is female, then the female of cockroach is ‘henroach’. Are you with me?”
Source: Weighty 'n' Worthy African Proverbs - Volume 1
“If cock is male and hen is female, then the female of cock-roach is ‘henroach’. Are you with me?”
“Thinking is good. It's what separates humans from cockroaches.”
Source: Letters from Skye
“Anyone who said I believe in you obviously didn't know me very well.”
Source: This Song Will Save Your Life
“To stand out from the crowd, requires you to stand up and stand for what you believe in.”
“Stay thankful. Stay grateful. Rest in blessing.”
Source: The Light in the Heart
Source: Foundation's Edge