Bad Quote by Peter Graves
“You can do bad parts in good pictures or good parts in bad pictures and maybe get a little personal satisfaction. But the key to it all is good parts in good pictures.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Acting Insights, 1972
A film’s quality depends on having strong scenes, regardless of overall picture quality; good parts in good pictures are key.
In simple terms: Strong scenes matter most in film.
Key Takeaway
Aim for strong scenes in strong projects.
Themes
cinema
quality
craft
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
educational
reflective
When to use this quote
- scriptwriting
- directing
- editing
Key Concepts
Scene construction
storytelling
film analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a scene ‘good’?
- How do you ensure consistency across a film?
A Different Perspective
Bad parts can drag a film down.
