Business Quote by David Mamet
“Show business is and has always been a depraved carnival.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Glengarry Glen Ross, 1984
Show business is a morally compromised spectacle that thrives on excess and exploitation.
In simple terms: Show business is a corrupt, extravagant carnival.
Key Takeaway
Stay ethical despite industry pressures.
Themes
entertainment
ethics
corruption
Mood
cynical
critical
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- film production
- talent agencies
- award shows
- media coverage
Key Concepts
carnival metaphor
industry critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one maintain integrity in a cut‑throat industry?
- What are examples of ethical success in entertainment?
A Different Perspective
The quote may overgeneralize; not all show business is depraved.
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