Always Quote by Jess Walter
“For me, movies and television are interesting because they are the dominant storytelling form of our time. My first love will always be fiction, and especially novels, but I'm a writer... I write poetry and essays and criticism and I'd love to write a whole play, and sometimes I even write scripts.”
About This Quote
The speaker sees visual media as the primary narrative vehicle today, while maintaining a deep affection for literary forms and a personal practice of writing across genres.
In simple terms: Visual media dominate storytelling; writer values literature.
Key Takeaway
Balancing modern media with traditional literary pursuits.
Themes
storytelling
media evolution
literary passion
genre versatility
creative identity
Mood
reflective
enthusiastic
Type
personal statement
creative manifesto
When to use this quote
- film criticism
- novel writing
- poetry composition
- script development
- playwriting
Key Concepts
narrative forms
cultural dominance
personal artistic practice
Practical Applications
- media analysis
- creative writing workshops
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the rise of visual media affect literary appreciation?
- In what ways can writers integrate cinematic techniques into prose?
