I had never thought of doing television. But my agent…
“I had never thought of doing television. But my agent wanted me to meet John Wells, who had had a lot of success producing ER and China Beach. The night before the meeting, some friends were over for dinner and Akiva Goldsman and I slipped downstairs to the basement so we could sneak a cigarette. He said, "You know what would make a good television series? That." And he was pointing at The American President poster. He said, "There doesn't have to be a romance, just focus on a senior staffer."”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A chance encounter and a simple visual cue sparked the idea for a TV series focused on senior staff dynamics.
In simple terms: A meeting inspired a TV concept about senior staff.
Key Takeaway
Embrace unexpected inspiration.
Themes
creativity
career
storytelling
Mood
enthusiastic
reflective
Type
anecdotal
inspirational
When to use this quote
- network pitch
- writing sessions
- idea brainstorming
Key Concepts
television development
character focus
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn a casual idea into a full project?
- What elements make senior staff compelling?
A Different Perspective
Success depends on execution, not just the initial spark.