Becoming Quote by Dean Devlin
“Portland is a two-hour flight from L.A. It has wonderful talent, and it hasn't been shot to death. I'm all in favor of it becoming a serious player in the industry.”
About This Quote
Portland offers talent and opportunity without overexposure, making it a promising industry contender.
In simple terms: Portland has talent and room to grow.
Key Takeaway
Support its growth as a serious player.
Themes
industry
talent
growth
competition
Mood
optimistic
strategic
Type
analytical
visionary
When to use this quote
- film production
- tech startups
- event planning
- relocation decisions
Key Concepts
urban development
creative ecosystems
Questions to Reflect On
- How can Portland attract more investment?
- What challenges does it face in scaling?
A Different Perspective
Limited infrastructure may hinder rapid expansion.
![“Traditionally, when we lived here [in Portland], we have a record player in the living room, and there's lots of stuff playing, all different kinds of music. I don't listen to any of those Internet radio things. I have iTunes on my thing, but I've never bought a single thing on it. Except for…” quote by Stephen Malkmus](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/841/stephen-malkmus-2984_call-me_traditionally-when-we-lived-here-in-port_100182.jpg)
