Allow Quote by Ben Bass
“There's a lot of writing in television that can sound like it's taken out of a package, and the way to get around that is to not allow yourself to deliver it that way.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Television Writing Podcast, 2020
Avoid overly scripted dialogue by speaking naturally and authentically.
In simple terms: Speak naturally, avoid scripted feel.
Be authentic in delivery.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- TV scriptwriting
- live interviews
- improvisation
- teaching workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance authenticity with narrative clarity?
- What techniques help keep dialogue fresh?
May still need structure for clarity.