On the contrary a film can promote the idea of change without any political message whatsoever but in its form and language can tell people that they can change their lives and contribute to progressive changes in the world.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Films can't change the society; they can simply open the space for the discussion which can lead to social change and can start new forms of social activism.
Now, I don't know whether a film can change the world, but I know that it starts - I know the power of it - I know that it starts people thinking about how to change the world.
I don't know any form of art or entertainment that can affect people the way movies can. I know it sounds ridiculous, but they can change your world. They can change your views.
I think to many people the term 'activist film' implies a film with a single point of view - something designed to provoke outrage and urge action on a particular issue - sort of the film equivalent of a rally. 'If a Tree Falls' is not that kind of film.
Film is a very, very powerful medium. It can either confirm the idea that things are wonderful the way they are, or it can reinforce the conception that things can be changed.
Any film that supports the idea that things can be changed is a great film in my eyes.
Movies, as evidenced by a chorus of protesting and celebrating Americans, influence broader trends.
Every film is a political act; it's how you see the world.
I've never been a part of a film before that offers such a platform into real issues, that raises social awareness and has the potential to change things.
I think that people who make films and think they're changing the world are sorely mistaken. If that really is your goal, there are far better ways to do it. I'm making politically observant films for audiences.