Go Quote by Lawrence O'Donnell
“If I write a cop show, it's not up to me to decide how different it is from 'Law & Order.' I had screenwriters go on and on and on about how their cop show isn't like any other cop show on TV. They made very good points, and it absolutely doesn't matter. It's entirely up to the audience to decide.”
About This Quote
Source Television: Interview on The O’Donnell Show, 2023
Creative originality is less important than audience perception; uniqueness is subjective.
In simple terms: Audience decides what feels fresh.
Key Takeaway
Focus on audience impact.
Themes
creativity
media
audience perception
Mood
analytical
conversational
Type
critical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing a TV script
- producing a pilot
- marketing a show
- viewer feedback
Key Concepts
originality
subjectivity
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you prioritize innovation or audience appeal?
- How do you measure success?
A Different Perspective
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