"I like the idea of movies having a magic element. How many times have you seen an actor in a movie who you know only as the character? It's wonderful, isn't it?"
- Christian Bale
About this Quote
Christian Bale's quote speaks to the power of movies to transport us to another world. He is recommending that when we enjoy a movie, we can forget the star and end up being immersed in the character they are playing. This is a testament to the star's skill and the director's ability to produce a credible world. It is a wonderful experience to be able to forget the real world and be removed to a different place. It is a testament to the power of movies to develop a sense of marvel and wonder. Motion pictures can take us to locations we never believed possible and permit us to experience things we never believed we could. Christian Bale's quote speaks to the power of motion pictures to develop a sense of magic and wonder.
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