Been Quote by Ivan Reitman
“In many ways, I think that, while we've been remarkably violent in our media, there's been a real schizophrenia. In private, on the Internet, and on public-affairs shows or talk radio, we're way more explicit than we've ever been.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Media Violence Panel, 2015
Media shows extreme violence, yet private discourse is more explicit, revealing a split in communication.
In simple terms: Public media is violent; private talk is even more explicit.
Key Takeaway
Be aware of the contrast in public vs. private expression.
Themes
media criticism
psychology
communication
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
observational
thought‑provoking
When to use this quote
- media studies
- psychology seminars
- online community management
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
public persona
digital anonymity
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we hide explicitness in public?
- How does this split affect societal norms?
A Different Perspective
May generalize across all media.
