Kevin Costner has shared his thoughts on why his films tend to run longer than most.
In an interview, he mentioned that storytelling is an art that can’t be rushed. He believes that taking time to develop characters and plotlines makes the story more engaging. “I don’t want to shortchange the audience,” he said. Costner feels that every scene has a purpose and cutting them would lose important details.
Sometimes, people just need to sit back and enjoy a long movie.
Interestingly, Costner also pointed out that some of his favorite movies are lengthy too. He thinks that when a film is well-made, its length doesn’t matter because viewers get so immersed in the story. It’s like reading a good book; you don’t want it to end.
I think he’s right about not rushing stories.
While some might argue that shorter movies are easier to watch, Costner stands by his approach. He says it’s about giving the audience a full experience, even if it means they have to spend a bit more time watching.