Agreement Quote by Woody Allen
“There's a tacit agreement between myself and the audience that I will entertain them when they buy their ticket, and I've been the one that has screwed that up. Once in while I indulge myself and try something else, and I keep my fingers crossed that it will come out good and there'll be enough people who will enjoy it, but that doesn't often happen.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Annie Hall, 1977 (interview excerpt)
Entertainers feel pressure to meet audience expectations, risking creative risk‑taking.
In simple terms: Artists often fear disappointing audiences when trying new things.
Embrace creative experimentation despite fear.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stand‑up comedy
- theatre
- film direction
- live performance
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can creators test new ideas safely?
- What strategies keep audience trust while experimenting?
Audience backlash can discourage innovation.