Ifs Quote by Ben Cross
“I read a lot of scripts, so I know by page 25 if I like it or not.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Television interview with Ben Cross, 2015
Early script reading reveals narrative quality, allowing quick decision‑making.
In simple terms: Reading early pages predicts script success.
Trust early instincts when evaluating scripts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- film pitching
- publishing
- theatre auditions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria do you use beyond page 25?
- How do you handle bias?
First impressions can be misleading.