Computers Quote by Terry Gilliam
“The success of the Hollywood marketing machine is to limit what we see. Not just to limit what we can see, but also to limit our expectations - to limit what we want to see.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Brazil, 1985
The media controls perception by restricting both what is shown and what viewers expect, shaping desires and limiting critical thought.
In simple terms: Media limits what we see and expect.
Key Takeaway
Question media narratives.
Themes
media control
perception
expectations
consumerism
manipulation
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- advertising
- news consumption
- political campaigns
- education
- personal media choices
Key Concepts
gatekeeping
agenda setting
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify what you are shown?
- What expectations do you hold about media?
A Different Perspective
Even limited media can inspire alternative viewpoints if actively sought.
