Best work Quote by Poppy Montgomery
“I never know why shows succeed or don't succeed, which is why I look at it as, 'I'll do the best work that I can', and if the fans and people respond then I'm always really flattered and honored, and if they don't then I'll try and do something next time that they like better. But I have no idea what makes a hit show, I really don't.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Show Business Insights, Poppy Montgomery, 2020
The speaker admits uncertainty about why shows succeed, focusing on doing their best and learning from audience feedback.
In simple terms: Success is uncertain; focus on effort and adaptation.
Do your best and iterate based on response.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Pilot episodes
- focus screenings
- fan engagement
- post‑mortem analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal vision with audience expectations?
- What metrics truly indicate a show's success?
Reliance on audience approval can compromise artistic integrity.