Feel Quote by Jesse Armstrong
“Without sounding defensive, I would say that sometimes TV critics assume that after a few episodes the writers 'finally understand the characters,' and as a writer I often feel that what really has happened is that the viewer has gotten to know the characters. It's a natural process.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Thick of It Podcast, Jesse Armstrong, 2021
TV writers and viewers both evolve; understanding characters deepens as the audience watches more episodes.
In simple terms: Understanding grows with exposure.
Value audience engagement.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- scriptwriting
- fan discussions
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does repeated exposure shape character perception?
- What role does writer intent play in audience understanding?
Assuming viewers always understand characters can overlook nuanced storytelling.