Always Quote by Kevin McDonald
“We end the show with something that's never been on TV because it was too big for a sketch but we couldn't stretch it out to make a whole episode because it would have been too long, but we always thought it was really good.”
About This Quote
Source TV Show: Sketch Comedy Series, unknown episode
A concept was too expansive for a short sketch yet not long enough for a full episode, so it remained unused despite its quality.
In simple terms: A good idea was too big for a sketch but too short for an episode.
Key Takeaway
Recognize when ideas need a different format.
Themes
creativity
media
production
constraints
Mood
frustrated
reflective
Type
analytical
observational
When to use this quote
- TV production
- writing workshops
- pilot development
- content repurposing
- network pitching
Key Concepts
formatting
audience expectations
content scaling
Questions to Reflect On
- How could the idea be adapted for a different medium?
- What formats could accommodate its length?
A Different Perspective
Limited time slots can force good ideas to be discarded.
