--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: That's why I wanted to say 'Stranger…" description: "\"That's why I wanted to say 'Stranger Things 2,' because I don't want to think about it as a TV show. Maybe it's a snobby thing, but it's like: 'Oh, I w..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/766/matt-duffer-7250_maybe_that-s-why-i-wanted-to-say-stranger-thin_2519908.jpg" --- # That's why I wanted to say 'Stranger Things 2,' because I… ![“That's why I wanted to say 'Stranger Things 2,' because I don't want to think about it as a TV show. Maybe it's a snobby thing, but it's like: 'Oh, I want it to be a movie. I want it to be a movie sequel.” quote by Matt Duffer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/766/matt-duffer-7250_maybe_that-s-why-i-wanted-to-say-stranger-thin_2519908.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/766/matt-duffer-7250_maybe_that-s-why-i-wanted-to-say-stranger-thin_2519908.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/766/matt-duffer-7250_maybe_that-s-why-i-wanted-to-say-stranger-thin_2519908.jpg) > “That's why I wanted to say 'Stranger Things 2,' because I don't want to think about it as a TV show. Maybe it's a snobby thing, but it's like: 'Oh, I want it to be a movie. I want it to be a movie sequel.” [Matt Duffer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/matt-duffer/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. He prefers to view the series as a cinematic experience rather than a TV show, seeking higher artistic status. **In simple terms:** He sees it as a movie, not a TV show. Key Takeaway Treat the series as a film for deeper appreciation. Themes artistic perception media classification cinema vs TV creator intent Mood reflective analytical Type interpretive critical When to use this quote - film festivals - movie nights - critical reviews - creative discussions Key Concepts Narrative framing genre hierarchy audience expectation Questions to Reflect On - How does labeling affect your enjoyment? - What defines a 'movie' for you? A Different Perspective Some may argue the format limits storytelling depth. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [Movie](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/movie/) [Sequel](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/sequel/) [Stranger](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/stranger/) ## Related quotes > [Other than Peter Jackson doing 'Lord of the Rings,' I don't get it when filmmakers follow up a movie with a sequel to the…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/brad-bird/other-than-peter-jackson-doing-lord-of-the-rings-i-don-t-get-it-when/) [Brad Bird](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/brad-bird/) > [My favorite thing is that young people are having 'Stranger Things' parties and binge-watching it. 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