We live in a society right now which is the last phase of the ecosystem in terms of the old entertainment value, or the old entertainment construction, which is we've gone down to this instant gratification, instant numbers, instant understanding, instant. But it's like the exact - it has perfected itself to the instant click, when, in a way, creativity originates as a much more complex beast. So we now have to reinvent a new canvas where we can indulge in it. And that's where the digital revolution creates a whole new ecosystem of entertainment.
Nicolas Winding RefnI like doing the promotional work. It's part of the film's process. Cannes was very wonderful to premiere.
Nicolas Winding RefnI always think once you have the lead protagonist, you cast around that character.
Nicolas Winding RefnCreativity is narcissism. Creativity is falling in love with one's self as you create. It's self-indulgent.
Nicolas Winding RefnI think everybody's looking for religion to believe in. I think we all need faith.
Nicolas Winding RefnAmazon, being a provider - not just on the playing field - is, of course, opening up a whole new set of possibilities. At the same time, Amazon also understands platforms. For them, theatrical is an extremely important event. I also believe it's the best way of seeing a movie.
Nicolas Winding RefnWhere war destroys, art inspires. And in order to inspire, you need to penetrate the brain. In order to penetrate the brain, you need something to react to. To have something to react to, you need to get your emotions up and running. To get your emotions up and running, you need to have something that ... whatever direction you go in, it has to be a movement between you and the experience.
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