Looks Good Quote by Vern
““Looks good on paper + Tony Scott = run for the hills.””
About This Quote
Source Quote: Personal Commentary, 2021
Superficial plans look impressive, but practical execution is lacking, leading to retreat
In simple terms: Looks good on paper but fail in reality
Key Takeaway
Prioritize realistic planning over flashy ideas
Themes
planning
reality
risk
execution
caution
Mood
cautious
skeptical
pragmatic
Type
Looks Good:1
Run Hills:0
Tony Scott:0
Scott Run:0
Paper Tony:0
When to use this quote
- project management
- startup pitch evaluation
- risk mitigation strategies
Key Concepts
overpromising
failure analysis
risk assessment
strategic planning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can teams balance vision with practical feasibility?
- What checks prevent overly optimistic projections?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on appearance can mask underlying flaws
![“I was doing the promotion for Moon in LA at the same time that Tony Scott was there with [The Taking of] Pelham 123. But obviously he was so concentrating on his own film that he didn't even know I was doing a feature film.” quote by Duncan Jones](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ab5/duncan-jones-12555_cinema_i-was-doing-the-promotion-for-moon-in-la_1123612.jpg)
