"I think anybody who has been in the theater, prefers it. Television is a... factory. You turn out things on a revolving assembly line. You don't have time to perfect anything in television"
- Gale Gordon
About this Quote
Gale Gordon's quote talks to the differences between theater and tv. He recommends that theater is chosen by those who have experienced it, as it allows for more time to ideal a performance. In contrast, tv is compared to a factory, with a revolving assembly line that does not permit the exact same level of improvement. This quote talks to the concept that theater is a more innovative and creative form of efficiency, while television is more focused on speed and effectiveness. It also suggests that tv is not as efficient in producing the very same level of quality as theater. Ultimately, Gordon's quote suggests that theater is a more satisfying and fulfilling experience than television.
This quote is written / told by Gale Gordon between February 2, 1906 and June 30, 1995. He was a famous Actor from USA.
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