Film Quote by Meg Howrey
““I should think people would be disappointed if they watched that kind of movie and then came to see us dance and none of us slit our wrists onstage or made ourselves vomit or got on the backs of motorcycles while wearing tutus and started fucking each other.””
About This Quote
Source Film: The Last Days of Disco, 1998
The speaker mocks expectations of extreme performance art, emphasizing that their dance is ordinary and not sensationalist.
In simple terms: They claim their dance is normal, not shocking.
Key Takeaway
Accept ordinary art without demanding shock value.
Themes
art
performance
expectations
Mood
ironic
defiant
Type
satirical
commentary
When to use this quote
- theater
- dance festivals
- alternative art shows
- college events
Key Concepts
cultural critique
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you value authenticity over shock?
- How do expectations shape artistic expression?
A Different Perspective
Some audiences may still crave spectacle despite the claim.
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