The top 10 most inspiring quotes by Sidney Lumet
- For any director with a little lucidity, masterpieces are films that come to you by accident.
- While the goal of all movies is to entertain, the kind of film in which I believe goes one step further. It compels the spectator to examine one facet or another of his own conscience. It stimulates thought and sets the mental juices flowing.
- It’s art. It’s commerce. It’s heartbreaking and it’s fun. It’s a great way to live.
- In drama, the characters should determine the story. In melodrama, the story determines the characters.
- Don’t let the difficulty of actually achieving a shot make you think that the shot is good.
- There are no minor decisions in movie making. Each decision will either contribute to a good piece of work or bring the whole movie crashing down around my head many months later.
- Work is my norm. I have mad energy, insane energy, a kind of stamina in terms of work that’s a little crazy.
- Suffice to say that the theme (the WHAT of the movie) is going to determine the style (the HOW of the movie).
- There’s no such thing as a small part. There are just small actors.
- I don’t know how to choose work that illuminates what my life is about. I don’t know what my life is about and don’t examine it. My life will define itself as I live it. The movies will define themselves as I make them. As long as the theme is something I care about at the moment, it’s enough for me to start work. Maybe work itself is what my life is about.
Sidney Lumet (1924-2011) was an acclaimed American film director known for his work on socially conscious dramas. Born in Philadelphia, he began his career in theater and television before making a significant impact in cinema.
Lumet’s directorial debut, “12 Angry Men” (1957), showcased his talent for intense, character-driven storytelling and earned him critical acclaim. Throughout his career, he directed over 50 films, including classics like “Serpico” (1973), “Dog Day Afternoon” (1975), “Network” (1976), and “The Verdict” (1982).
Lumet was known for his ability to elicit powerful performances from actors and for his commitment to realism and moral complexity. Despite never winning a competitive Oscar, he received an Honorary Academy Award in 2005 for his outstanding contribution to filmmaking. Lumet’s legacy endures through his influential body of work, which continues to resonate with audiences and filmmakers alike.
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