Actually Quote by Jonathan Tropper
“'Banshee' was kind of a lark. I was getting paid pretty well to write movies no one was making - and so I decided to try my hand at TV and get paid much less to actually get something produced.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2015
He left a lucrative film career to pursue TV, accepting lower pay for creative control and production.
In simple terms: He chose TV over movies for artistic freedom despite less money.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize creative fulfillment over pay.
Themes
career choices
artistic integrity
risk taking
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
advice
career
When to use this quote
- screenwriting
- television production
- career transition
- budget constraints
Key Concepts
creative control
industry dynamics
personal values
Questions to Reflect On
- What creative goals outweigh financial gain?
- How do you measure success in art?
A Different Perspective
Lower pay may limit resources and stability.
