No one could know Serling, or view or read his work, without recognizing his deep affection for humanity ... and his determination to enlarge our horizons by giving us a better understanding of ourselves.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Serling values human connection and seeks to broaden understanding of ourselves through his work.
- In plain terms
- He loved people and wanted to help us understand ourselves better.
- What can you take from it?
- Art should deepen our understanding of humanity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What drives your creative purpose?
- Do you seek to enlarge horizons?
Another view
Intent does not always match audience reception.
More from Rod Serling
Whenever you write, whatever you write, never make the mistake of assuming the audience is any less intelligent than you are.
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