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Butte was once a grand city. To me, that city is like one big stage for Edward Hopper. You could put your camera anywher
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"Butte was once a grand city. To me, that city is like one big stage for Edward Hopper. You could put your camera anywhere, and you felt you were looking at his paintings"

- Wim Wenders

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This quote by Wim Wenders talks to the appeal of Butte, Montana. He compares the city to a grand stage for Edward Hopper, an American painter understood for his realist depictions of daily life. Wenders recommends that the city of Butte is so stunning that it could be a painting itself. He indicates that if one were to take an electronic camera and take an image of any part of the city, it would look like one of Hopper's paintings. This talks to the charm of Butte and how it has actually been preserved throughout the years. Wenders' quote is a testament to the city's splendour and how it has been able to maintain its beauty and beauty. It is a reminder of the value of protecting our cities and the appeal they can give our lives.
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Germany Flag This quote is written / told by Wim Wenders somewhere between August 14, 1945 and today. He/she was a famous Director from Germany. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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