Famous quote by Tilda Swinton

What hes done is recognise the cinematic nature of the book. Its beautifully realised - its a beat film

"What he's done is recognise the cinematic nature of the book. It's beautifully realised - it's a beat film"

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In this quote, Tilda Swinton is praising the work of a filmmaker who has adapted a book into a film. She specifies that the filmmaker has successfully recognized the cinematic capacity of the book, indicating that they have comprehended how to equate the story and its themes into a visual medium. Swinton also explains the movie as "magnificently understood", indicating that it has actually been performed with ability and attention to information. Lastly, she compares the movie to a "beat film", which could recommend that it has a rhythmic and energetic quality, or that it captures the essence of the book in a distinct and captivating way. Overall, Swinton's words communicate her admiration for the filmmaker's ability to bring the book to life on the big screen.

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Tilda Swinton

This quote is written / told by Tilda Swinton somewhere between November 5, 1960 and today. She was a famous Actress from United Kingdom. The author also have 8 other quotes.
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