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“I feel the really big stars are in movies, not TV.”

About This Quote

Source Interview: TV Guide, 1972

He believes major stars belong in movies, not television.

In simple terms: Big stars are for movies.

Key Takeaway

Seek film opportunities.

Themes

celebrity media film television

Mood

aspirational critical optimistic

Type

observational industry

When to use this quote

career planning
agency negotiations
casting decisions
media analysis

Key Concepts

star power industry hierarchy

Questions to Reflect On

What drives the perception of film superiority?
Can TV provide equal fame?

A Different Perspective

Television can also launch major careers.

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