The festival was basically created eight months after September 11 and it was to give our neighborhood something to look forward to and to help the renewal, and to do that you need to laugh.
More Quotes from Jane Rosenthal:
A lot has happened in the world and as a country we seem to have a short term memory loss.Jane Rosenthal
Sept. 11 was the most photographed event in the world. The media has shown it over and over again. Over time, artists have digested it. I think it's very important to see filmmakers' point of view. Why not now
Jane Rosenthal
We have diverse cultures and diverse audiences coming to see films. We are working hard not to repeat ourselves and to have the festival be something that the audiences and the industry feel belongs to them.
Jane Rosenthal
Our record-number of film submissions this year reflects the growing strength of the Festival. This year's program includes a wide range of talent and perspective from around the globe.
Jane Rosenthal
Readers Who Like This Quotation Also Like:
Based on Topics: Laughter QuotesIt's okay to be fat. So you're fat. Just be fat and shut up about it.
Roseanne Barr
During the early 1960s, I decided to supplement research support for quantitative economic studies at Pennsylvania by selling econometric forecasts to private and public sector buyers.
Lawrence R. Klein
I think the federal government really should be supporting Louisiana and ensuring that every person from that area has an opportunity to vote on what will occur in the area.
Stephanie Tubbs Jones