Comedians Quote by David Zucker
“The only one that got through was Jimmy Walker, because he plays the gas station attendant. I mean, there's nothing wrong with it, it's just that we were kind of purists at the time, and we didn't want any comedians.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Behind the Scenes of Airplane!, David Zucker, 1980
Creative purity can exclude humor, but flexibility allows unexpected talent to shine, enriching the work.
In simple terms: Sticking to strict rules can miss valuable contributions.
Key Takeaway
Allow flexibility in casting.
Themes
creativity
collaboration
flexibility
Mood
lighthearted
pragmatic
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- film production
- theatre casting
- team brainstorming
Key Concepts
artistic integrity
humor
talent scouting
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you compromised your vision for a better result?
- What value does humor bring to serious projects?
A Different Perspective
Rigid standards may stifle innovation.
![“Why do all these people want [comedians] to be serious? The reason they want that is these are people who aren't funny. Anybody funny can be serious, but people who have no sense of humor, they can never be funny - and frankly, they're jealous. There's very few comic actors. Think about it. There…” quote by Jon Lovitz](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/419/jon-lovitz-16902_able_why-do-all-these-people-want-comedians-t_3223415.jpg)
