Cinema Quote by Burt Reynolds
“I thought 'Deliverance' was a very good film. But it didn't have the success financially that 'Smokey and the Bandit' did, although that film made more money than 'Star Wars' in the first week.”
About This Quote
The speaker compares box‑office performance of movies, noting that critical acclaim doesn't guarantee financial success, and highlights surprising early earnings rankings.
In simple terms: Box‑office success varies independently of quality.
Key Takeaway
Critical praise ≠ commercial profit.
Themes
Film industry
Box office economics
Critical vs popular reception
Unexpected market outcomes
Cultural impact
Mood
Reflective
Analytical
Type
Observation
Anecdote
When to use this quote
- Discussing movie performance in a class
- Analyzing a film's financial data
- Comparing critical reviews with earnings
- Debating why some films flop despite praise
Key Concepts
Film success metrics
Audience expectations
Industry competition
Revenue vs artistic merit
Practical Applications
- Film studies analysis
- Business case study on entertainment economics
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do some well‑reviewed movies underperform financially?
- How does early box‑office momentum affect a film’s long‑term success?
![“We got Sally Field onboard [in Smokey and the Bandit] and it changed the entire dynamic. About a third of the way into filming, I was in the car with Sally and there was this little moment where we kind of looked at each other, and then we both turned and looked over at Hal [Needham]. He gave us a…” quote by Burt Reynolds](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/8b5/burt-reynolds-9553_bandits_we-got-sally-field-onboard-in-smokey-and_551176.jpg)
![“Smokey and the Bandit was the first picture [Hal Needham ] directed, and I knew he could handle it. I had just directed Gator, and he saw my style and used that as a pattern.” quote by Burt Reynolds](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6ae/burt-reynolds-9553_bandits_smokey-and-the-bandit-was-the-first-pict_596169.jpg)
