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Art may imitate life, but life imitates TV
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"Art may imitate life, but life imitates TV"

- Ani DiFranco

About this Quote

In this quote, Ani DiFranco is recommending that there is a cyclical relationship in between art and life. She specifies that art, particularly in the form of television, has the ability to imitate and show real life. Nevertheless, she also argues that life itself can be influenced and shaped by what is depicted on television. This can be interpreted as a commentary on the power and impact of media on society. It highlights the concept that what we see and take in through tv can have a considerable impact on our thoughts, behaviors, and understandings of the world around us. Ultimately, DiFranco is advising us to be conscious of the media we consume and its possible effects on our lives.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Ani DiFranco somewhere between September 23, 1970 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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