I didn’t watch much TV as a kid and I don’ t watch it now. I don’ t find anything beautiful or unique to the medium, and the only thing you can do on TV that you can’t do in film is make a continuing story – which is so cool!
Meaning of the quote
David Lynch, a famous American director, doesn't think TV is very special. He says he didn't watch much TV when he was young, and he still doesn't watch it now. He doesn't see anything unique or beautiful about TV. The only thing you can do on TV that you can't do in movies is create a story that continues over multiple episodes, which he thinks is really cool.
About David Lynch
David Lynch is an acclaimed American filmmaker known for his surreal, dreamlike films like Eraserhead, Blue Velvet, and Mulholland Drive. He has won numerous accolades, including the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement and an Honorary Academy Award. Lynch has also worked as a visual artist, musician, and actor, and is the co-creator of the cult classic TV series Twin Peaks.
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