Sidney Lumet Quotes

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Good style … is unseen style. It is style that is felt.

Sidney Lumet

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

In drama, the characters should determine the story. In melodrama, the story determines the characters.

Sidney Lumet

There's a powerful magic about being a writer that I still marvel at.

Sidney Lumet

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.

Sidney Lumet

There are no personal revelations other than feelings arising from the work itself

Sidney Lumet

It's art. It's commerce. It's heartbreaking and it's fun. It's a great way to live.

Sidney Lumet

Sidney Lumet

Sidney Lumet

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Born: June 25, 1924

Died: April 9, 2011 (aged 86)

Bio: Sidney Arthur Lumet was an American director, producer and screenwriter with over 50 films to his credit. He was nominated for the Academy Award as Best Director for 12 Angry Men, Dog Day Afternoon, Network and The Verdict.

Known for:

12 Angry Men (1957)
Dog Day Afternoon (1975)
Network (1976)
Serpico (1973)
The Verdict (1982)

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