"I was also a big Woody Allen fan. When I got into college I listened to Lenny Bruce but it's taken me years to put him into context historically and really get what he did"
- Marc Maron
About this Quote
This quote by Marc Maron speaks to the power of art and how it can shape our understanding of the world. Maron was a huge fan of Woody Allen, and when he got to college he was exposed to the work of Lenny Bruce. It took Maron years to understand the historical context of Bruce's work and to appreciate its significance. This quote talks to the value of taking the time to understand art and its context, and how it can shape our understanding of the world. Maron's quote likewise talks to the power of art to challenge our preconceived notions and to open our eyes to brand-new viewpoints. It is a reminder that art can be a powerful tool for discovering and growth, which it is worth putting in the time to understand it.
This quote is written / told by Marc Maron somewhere between September 27, 1963 and today. He/she was a famous Entertainer from USA.
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