Because Quote by Goodman Ace
“TV - a clever contraction derived from the words Terrible Vaudeville. However, it is our latest medium - we call it a medium because nothing's well done.”
About This Quote
The quote humorously suggests that TV is a poorly executed medium, derived from a mock phrase.
In simple terms: TV is described as a badly made medium.
Recognize media quality critically.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- TV production
- media consumption
- advertising
- content creation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a medium successful?
- How do we judge media quality?
It overlooks the value some find in TV.