ART IS ENDANGERED
Support A1+!“I am discontent with the general atmosphere of culture. Comedies have replaced the genre of anecdotes, vulgarity and tactlessness have mingled with freedom of speech,” says director Vigen Chaldranyan.
When crowds, not public, dictate the taste, market relations become dominant. Vigen Chaldranyan compares today’s culture with ooze, a chaos.
In his opinion, Armenians have always been loyal to their spiritual values.
“There must be a clear cut between art and backstreet jargon. We must never overstep the permissible limits, especially on National TV Channel as the television has a significant role in future generations' upbringing.”
The future of the Armenian cinematography depends on the country's future.