Amount Quote by Robert Mankoff
“Each cartoon needs the right amount of wrong.”
About This Quote
Cartoons need a balance of absurdity and correctness; a touch of “wrong” makes them engaging.
In simple terms: Cartoons need some wrongness.
Balance humor with accuracy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- animation
- advertising
- comic strips
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How much absurdity is optimal?
- When does it become offensive?
Too much “wrong” can alienate audiences.