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“When people say that L.A. doesn't have a culture, I think it really does: a very old culture, and very specific. There's streets named after entertainers, and statues of entertainers, and it's great. Entertainment is still art, even if it makes billions of dollars. So it's like a city built on…” quote by Fred Armisen
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“When people say that L.A. doesn't have a culture, I think it really does: a very old culture, and very specific. There's streets named after entertainers, and statues of entertainers, and it's great. Entertainment is still art, even if it makes billions of dollars. So it's like a city built on entertainment, and art in a way.”

Fred Armisen

About This Quote

Los Angeles possesses a distinct cultural identity rooted in entertainment, where art and commerce intertwine to shape the city’s character.

In simple terms: L.A. has a unique culture centered on entertainment.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate the artistic heritage of entertainment hubs.

Themes

culture entertainment city identity artistic commerce

Mood

proud analytical

Type

observational descriptive

When to use this quote

  • tourism
  • film production
  • local events
  • community building

Key Concepts

urban studies media influence creative economies

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does entertainment shape everyday life in L.A.?
  • What balance exists between art and profit?
A Different Perspective

Commercial focus can sometimes eclipse grassroots artistic expression.

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