Quote by Joseph Barbera

Los Angeles was an impression of failure, of disappointment, of despair, and of oddly makeshift lives. This is California? I thought.

Los Angeles was an impression of failure, of disappointment,

Summary

The quote reflects the surprise and disillusionment the speaker experienced upon observing the setting of Los Angeles. The city, known for its glamorous portrayal in media, instead appeared to be characterized by elements of failure, disappointment, despair, and a sense of lives pieced together. The speaker's rhetorical question, "This is California?" reflects their disbelief and questioning of the stark contrast between the city's expected image and its reality.

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