Kind Quote by Don Cheadle
“But most scripts are terrible. Most projects are bad, that's just kind of the way it is. And I'm not really attracted to those.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film industry commentary, 2018
Many scripts and projects are low quality, reflecting a systemic issue in entertainment.
In simple terms: Most scripts are bad.
Key Takeaway
Accept the reality of low‑quality projects.
Themes
film
quality
industry
Mood
cynical
realistic
Type
observation
industry
When to use this quote
- script reading
- project pitching
- career decisions
Key Concepts
mediocrity
selection bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria help identify a good script?
- How can creators improve overall script quality?
A Different Perspective
Not all low‑quality work is avoidable.
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