Abbas Kiarostami quotes - page 2

Abbas Kiarostami was an acclaimed Iranian film director, screenwriter, and photographer, celebrated for his poetic and minimalist style. His works, such as "Taste of Cherry" and "Close-Up," have earned international recognition and numerous awards. He deeply influenced world cinema and inspired generations of filmmakers through his unique perspective. Here are 33 of his quotes:

I've often noticed that we are not able to look at what we have in front of us, unless it's inside a frame.

Abbas Kiarostami

I really think that I don't mind people sleeping during my films, because I know that some very good films might prepare you for sleeping or falling asleep or snoozing. It's not to be taken badly at all. This is something I really mean.

Abbas Kiarostami

Religion works on some people but not on everyone, because it says, 'Stop thinking and accept what I tell you.' That's not valid for people who want to think and reflect.

Abbas Kiarostami

Film is very much a universal and common voice, and we can't limit it to one particular culture.

Abbas Kiarostami

As film-makers, it is very important for us to find common ground between cultures, and maybe that's less the case for politicians who benefit more from finding the conflicts and differences between us.

Abbas Kiarostami

All the different nations in the world, despite their differences of appearance and religion and language and way of life, still have one thing in common, and that is what's inside of all of us. If we X-rayed the insides of different human beings, we wouldn't be able to tell from those X-rays what the person's language or background or race is.

Abbas Kiarostami

I would be too selfish if I said everyone should see my movies more than once. To say that would mean I'm just marketing my work!

Abbas Kiarostami