What they say about TV shows is true. You're really a family. You laugh, you fight, you get close, you know? Movies are shorter. They're over quicker. You don't form the same bonds.
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The Sopranos all came down to the writing. I wouldn't have been on for as long as I was if the writing weren't so good.
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What this quote means
The quality of writing is crucial for the success of a television series.
James Gandolfini emphasizes the fundamental role that writing plays in the success and longevity of a show like 'The Sopranos.' He suggests that the exceptional writing is what allowed the series to resonate with audiences and for him to remain a part of it for an extended period.
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In practice
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In a discussion about the impact of storytelling in film and television.
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