Cannes Film Festival 2009: Jury Press Conference

The transcript discusses the difficulty of judging artistic work, emphasizing that the focus should be on appreciating and loving films rather than judging them. It highlights the complexity of explaining why art touches us, a debate as old as humanity itself. The speaker suggests that art is a soulful exchange, transcending judgment, where both the creator and the viewer share parts of their souls.

What does the speaker believe is more important than judging films?

• Ignoring them

• Analyzing them

• Critiquing them

• Loving them

According to the speaker, why is it difficult to explain why we love a piece of art?

• Because art is subjective

• Because it is an ancient debate

• Because it is a simple issue

• Because everyone has the same taste

What does the speaker suggest is involved in experiencing art?

• A critical judgment

• A deep connection

• A logical analysis

• A superficial glance

What does the speaker imply about the relationship between the viewer and the artist?

• It involves a sharing of souls

• It is based on competition

• It is a one-sided interaction

• It is purely transactional

Why does the speaker believe judging art is beyond simple judgment?

• Because it is a straightforward task

• Because it involves understanding the artist's intention

• Because it is a deep issue

• Because it is a modern debate