Inspirational Quote by Stanley Kubrick
“I don't like doing interviews. There is always the problem of being misquoted or, what's even worse, of being quoted exactly.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Various press interviews, 1970s-1980s
Interviews risk misquotation, either distortion or overly literal quoting, undermining intent.
In simple terms: Interviews can be misquoted, harming meaning.
Key Takeaway
Seek clarity and verify quotes.
Themes
communication
media
trust
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- press conferences
- podcast recordings
- written Q&A
- public statements
Key Concepts
journalism
interpretation
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you protect your words from distortion?
- What safeguards help preserve intent?
A Different Perspective
Even accurate quotes may lose nuance without context.
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