Martin Scorsese

Filmmaker

Contemporary influential 77 sayings

Sayings by Martin Scorsese

I think the most important thing is to be true to your instincts.

2016 — Interview
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I'm not interested in making films that are politically correct. I'm interested in making films that are truthful.

2019 — Interview with The Guardian
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I think the most important thing is to have a passion for what you do.

2011 — Interview
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I'm always trying to push the boundaries of what's possible in cinema.

2019 — Interview
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I think the most important thing is to be open to new ideas and experiences.

2018 — MasterClass
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I'm not a big fan of special effects. I think they can often detract from the story.

2013 — Interview
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I think the most important thing is to be fearless in your pursuit of art.

2017 — Interview
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I think the most important thing is to never stop learning and growing.

2016 — Interview
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I'm not interested in making films that are easily digestible. I want to make films that stay with you.

2019 — Interview with The Guardian
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I think the most important thing is to be a good storyteller.

2011 — Interview
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I'm always looking for new challenges. I don't want to repeat myself.

2019 — Interview
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I think the most important thing is to be authentic in your filmmaking.

2018 — MasterClass
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I'm a big believer in the power of silence in film. I think it can be very effective.

2013 — Interview
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I think the most important thing is to be true to your artistic vision, no matter what.

2017 — Interview
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I'm not interested in making films that are purely entertainment. I want to make films that have something to say.

2019 — Interview with The Guardian
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I think the most important thing is to be persistent.

2011 — Interview
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I'm always trying to learn from the past, but also to look to the future.

2019 — Interview
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I think the most important thing is to stay true to your own voice.

2016 — Interview
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I'm not interested in making films that are easy to categorize. I want to make films that defy genres.

2019 — Interview with The Guardian
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I think the most important thing is to be a student of cinema.

2011 — Interview
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