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“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.” quote by Jesse Armstrong
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“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.”

Jesse Armstrong

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.

Key Takeaway

Value audience engagement.

Themes

media creativity audience

Mood

analytical insightful

Type

media creative

When to use this quote

  • scriptwriting
  • fan discussions
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

Narrative development character arcs viewer psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does repeated exposure shape character perception?
  • What role does writer intent play in audience understanding?
A Different Perspective

Assuming viewers always understand characters can overlook nuanced storytelling.

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