It starts with the writer-it's a familiar dictum, but somehow it keeps getting forgotten along the way. No film-maker, irrespective of his electronic bag of tricks, can ever afford to forget his commitment to the written word.
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Because of how much movies cost, it's dangerous to be experimental on one film after the other. But we can experiment with television. We can do things that are fringe and bring ideas to the table that are offbeat and original.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Spielberg suggests that the high costs of movies limit experimentation, while television allows for creative freedom and innovation.
In this quote, Steven Spielberg articulates the financial constraints that filmmakers face when producing movies, which often require careful investment strategies that can hinder creative experimentation. In contrast, he sees television as a platform where innovation can thrive, allowing creators to explore unconventional ideas without the same financial risks. This highlights the evolving landscape of media and the opportunities for originality in storytelling that television can provide.
Themes
MoviesTelevisionInnovationExperimentationCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
In a film discussion panel, you can reference this quote to emphasize the importance of creative freedom in different mediums.
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