Really there's different scales of stories. Sometimes you…
“Really there's different scales of stories. Sometimes you want to tell one that 20, 30, 40, 50 million people will want to see and hear. Sometimes you do one that you know 150 will want to see on one night. As long as you're telling the right story for the right audience and they're getting something out of it it's essentially the same feeling to me.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Stories of any size can be powerful if they match the audience’s expectations and needs.
In simple terms: Right story for right audience matters.
Key Takeaway
Tailor narratives to your listeners.
Themes
storytelling
audience
scale
impact
communication
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- film festivals
- theatre productions
- social media campaigns
- educational lectures
Key Concepts
narrative theory
media studies
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you choose story scale?
- What makes a story feel right for a specific group?
A Different Perspective
Large audiences may dilute intimacy of personal stories.