I think to describe 'The Gates' as a genre show is tricky…
“I think to describe 'The Gates' as a genre show is tricky because when you think of what's a vampire show or what's a supernatural kind of thing, I think other shows... maybe focus on that element probably slightly more than our show does.”
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The speaker finds it difficult to classify “The Gates” within a genre, noting that vampire and supernatural elements dominate the perception, suggesting genre ambiguity.
In simple terms: Genre classification is complex.
Embrace flexible genre definitions.
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When to use this quote
- TV show development
- marketing
- audience research
- scriptwriting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does genre affect viewer expectations?
- Can a show succeed without clear genre?
Audience expectations may limit creative freedom.