Comment Quote by Steven Knight
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“[Taboo] has been exactly the same as working with the BBC in that creatively they do that precious thing which is to only make a comment when a comment needs to be made.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC collaboration, 2010s television
Creative work often involves restraint, speaking only when necessary, similar to the BBC’s editorial style.
In simple terms: Creativity includes disciplined silence.
Key Takeaway
Speak only when needed.
Themes
creativity
restraint
media
communication
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
advisory
reflective
When to use this quote
- writing
- film production
- journalism
- public speaking
Key Concepts
editing
broadcast standards
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it better to speak up?
- How do you decide what to say?
A Different Perspective
Silence can also suppress valuable ideas.
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![“I've spent three hours with Snoop Dogg, talking about how he loved [Peaky Blinders series]. And David Bowie loved it. The late Leonard Cohen was a fan. It struck a chord with various people that I didn't think it would.” quote by Steven Knight](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/026/steven-knight-2205_blinders_i-ve-spent-three-hours-with-snoop-dogg-t_379922.jpg)
