To many Congressmen and Senators right now, there's a ceaseless antagonism toward Hollywood because politically, it is high-reward and low-risk. So when you can't do anything about poverty or the budget deficit, and you can't deal with Bosnia or the possibility of nuclear explosions in Russia, what do you do? You bash Hollywood and get on the front pages.
Jack ValentiThe public's nerves are raw and edgy. You have to be discreet and understanding about the films you are showing.
Jack ValentiThe only group in America that deserves to scrutinize what we are doing... are parents.
Jack ValentiThe VCR is to the American film producer, as the Boston Strangler is to the woman home alone.
Jack ValentiIn a sometimes unreasonable business, Jack Valenti was a giant voice of reason. He was the greatest ambassador Hollywood has ever known and I will value his wisdom and friendship for all time.
Jack ValentiTo many Congressmen and Senators right now, there's a ceaseless antagonism toward Hollywood because politically, it is high-reward and low-risk. So when you can't do anything about poverty or the budget deficit, and you can't deal with Bosnia or the possibility of nuclear explosions in Russia, what do you do? You bash Hollywood and get on the front pages.
Jack Valenti