The most ordinary word, when put into place, suddenly acquires brilliance. That is the brilliance with which your images must shine.
Robert BressonPrefer what intuition whispers in your ear to what you have done and redone ten times in your head.
Robert BressonThe ear is profound, whereas the eye is frivolous, too easily satisfied. The ear is active, imaginative, whereas the eye is passive. When you hear a noise at night, instantly you imagine its cause. The sound of a train whistle conjures up the whole station. The eye can perceive only what is presented to it.
Robert Bresson