Each one of my movies is going to be about one of these different social demons. The first one, being 'Get Out,' is about race and neglect and marginalization.
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I love getting cheers. I love giving scares. Anything that really works with the audience makes me happy.
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What this quote means
The quote expresses the joy an artist feels when connecting with their audience through both positive and thrilling experiences.
In this quote, Jordan Peele highlights the duality of performing arts, where eliciting reactions such as applause and fear are both rewarding. He emphasizes that the emotional response from an audience, whether through laughter or suspense, brings him happiness, showcasing the importance of audience engagement in artistic endeavors.
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ArtAudienceHappinessPerformanceReaction
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Example use cases
In a speech about creative expression, one might use this quote to illustrate the importance of audience engagement.
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