Casts Quote by Gene Shalit
“Some films could only have been cast in one way: Screen tests were given and the losers got the parts.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: TV Talk Show, 1990
Casting decisions are made through competitive auditions, eliminating less suitable actors.
In simple terms: Auditions filter talent.
Key Takeaway
Use trials to select the best.
Themes
creativity
selection
competition
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
observation
process
When to use this quote
- film production
- theatre casting
- advertising campaigns
Key Concepts
casting process
talent evaluation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance testing with intuition?
- What alternative methods reveal hidden potential?
A Different Perspective
Over-reliance on tests may overlook unconventional talent.
![“The play I was doing [on a Broadway ], I was playing an obnoxious, outspoken kid, so [the director James Lapine ] saw me do the play, and he was like, "That's what I'm looking for." I tested for the part [in Life With Mikey]. Back then, I used to do screen tests. I mean, they still do every once…” quote by David Krumholtz](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/05d/david-krumholtz-7751_big-deal_the-play-i-was-doing-on-a-broadway-i-was_1624792.jpg)
