Quote by Raymond Chandler
That's one thing I like about Hollywood. The writer is there revealed in his ultimate corruption. He asks no praise, because his praise comes to him in the form of a salary check. In Hollywood the average writer is not young, not honest, not brave, and a bit overdressed. But he is darn good company, which book writers as a rule are not. He is better than what he writes. Most book writers are not as good.
Summary
This quote highlights the contrasting nature of writers in Hollywood compared to book writers. The speaker appreciates that in Hollywood, writers are exposed and motivated by financial rewards rather than seeking external praise. Despite being characterized as older, dishonest, and overdressed, Hollywood writers are considered great companions and more capable than their literary counterparts. The quote suggests that while Hollywood writers may not produce exceptional work, they possess qualities that make them enjoyable company, unlike book writers who may lack those same qualities.
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Hollywood
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