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“I think feature film can be quite conservative, because you have to now get audiences to come out, and it's quite a hard thing to do. Of course, television can be conservative too.” quote by Jane Campion
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“I think feature film can be quite conservative, because you have to now get audiences to come out, and it's quite a hard thing to do. Of course, television can be conservative too.”

Jane Campion

About This Quote

Source Interview: BBC Radio 4, 2015

Campion suggests film often avoids risky topics to attract audiences, while TV can also be cautious, limiting artistic boldness.

In simple terms: Film tends to be safe to draw viewers.

Key Takeaway

Encourage risk‑taking in storytelling.

Themes

film television artistic risk audience expectations

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

cinematic media

When to use this quote

  • indie filmmaking
  • network TV
  • festival programming

Key Concepts

conservatism creative freedom media economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks can filmmakers take without losing audiences?
  • How does TV differ in risk tolerance?
A Different Perspective

Commercial pressures may stifle innovation.

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