Characters Quote by Roy Price
“Traditionally, there's been a desire to make shows relatable so the maximum number of people would think of those characters as being recognizably like them. The risk there is you can push everything in a somewhat generic direction.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussion on TV production, 2015
Balancing relatability with originality can lead to generic content.
In simple terms: Making shows too relatable risks blandness.
Key Takeaway
Seek authentic, specific characters.
Themes
creativity
authenticity
media
production
audience
genericity
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
observational
strategic
When to use this quote
- TV writing
- character design
- marketing strategy
Key Concepts
character development
audience connection
originality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you maintain uniqueness without losing audience appeal?
- What specific traits make a character feel real?
A Different Perspective
Originality may alienate some viewers.
