Any time you get two people in a room who disagree about anything, the time of day, there is a scene to be written. That's what I look for.
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I've loved every minute I've spent in television. And I've had much more failure, as traditionally measured, than success in television. I've done four shows, and only one of them was the 'West Wing.'
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep appreciation for the journey of creating television, despite measuring success by traditional standards.
In this quote, Aaron Sorkin reflects on his experiences in the television industry, highlighting that while he has experienced more failures than successes according to conventional metrics, he has found joy and fulfillment in every moment spent working in this medium. His statement emphasizes the importance of passion and love for one's craft over mere quantitative success, suggesting that the process itself can be rewarding, regardless of the outcomes.
Themes
TelevisionFailureSuccessPassionJourney
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech at a TV industry event, one might quote this to inspire creators to embrace their failures as part of their artistic journey.
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