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“If something comes along that's really good, and I think I would be good for it, I'd be happy to do it. But not too many came along. I mean, they came along for the first, I don't know, 15, 18 films, but I didn't do that many. But then I didn't want to do the kind of junk I was seeing.” quote by Gene Wilder
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“If something comes along that's really good, and I think I would be good for it, I'd be happy to do it. But not too many came along. I mean, they came along for the first, I don't know, 15, 18 films, but I didn't do that many. But then I didn't want to do the kind of junk I was seeing.”

Gene Wilder

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Opportunities for good work are scarce; one must choose quality over quantity.

In simple terms: Good chances are rare; choose wisely.

Key Takeaway

Seek meaningful projects, not many.

Themes

career opportunity quality choice

Mood

reflective pragmatic

Type

advice personal

When to use this quote

  • film auditions
  • script selection
  • career planning

Key Concepts

artistic integrity industry scarcity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines a “good” opportunity?
  • How to balance passion with livelihood?
A Different Perspective

Financial pressures may force compromise.

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