Children Quote by Tina Fey
“In my limited experience, shows are like children. You can teach them manners and dress them in little sailor suits, but in the end, they're going to be who they're going to be.”
About This Quote
Source TV: 30 Rock, Season 5, Episode 12 (2011)
Shows are likened to children: they can be guided but ultimately retain their inherent nature.
In simple terms: Shows reflect their creators' core traits.
Guide, don't control.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- television production
- writing workshops
- content creation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of a show are truly controllable?
- How does creator intent shape but?
Even with guidance, a show may resist intended direction.