Accidents Quote by Gore Vidal
“It was a pity that movies and live TV left New York for Hollywood. London theater, movies, television - until (Britain's) money ran out - were always better than ours since the city was the political capital of the country, as well as the artistic and literary one. In L.A. we've always been slightly sealed off from real life. It's no accident that two of our most interesting directors, Woody Allen and Bob Altman, are more or less settled in the real world.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The New York Times, 1975
Critiques cultural shift from New York’s artistic hub to Hollywood’s commercial focus, noting loss of authentic storytelling.
In simple terms: NYC’s art lost to Hollywood.
Key Takeaway
Support local arts and diverse media.
Themes
culture
media
urban identity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
observational
essay
When to use this quote
- support local theater
- fund independent films
- preserve cultural heritage
Key Concepts
commercialization
artistic integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- What can cities do to retain artistic vitality?
- How does commercial pressure shape narratives?
A Different Perspective
Hollywood also produces groundbreaking work.
