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“I don't think there's any money to be made doing something that's that contemporary without having a spin on it. If there's a London riots film with zombies, that'd have more chance.” quote by Michael Caton-Jones
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“I don't think there's any money to be made doing something that's that contemporary without having a spin on it. If there's a London riots film with zombies, that'd have more chance.”

Michael Caton-Jones

About This Quote

Source Interview: Film Magazine, 2019

Contemporary stories need a twist; a zombie‑infused London riots film would attract more interest.

In simple terms: Modern topics require a unique angle to succeed commercially.

Key Takeaway

Add fresh twists to current themes for appeal.

Themes

media trend originality

Mood

humorous critical

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • scriptwriting
  • film pitching
  • marketing campaigns

Key Concepts

narrative theory pop culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • What balance between novelty and depth works best?
  • How do audiences react to genre mash‑ups?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on gimmicks can dilute substance.

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