There is still an element of the BBC that feels it is somehow wrong, or it will be open to criticism, if it makes more money. Armando Iannucci Read Quote
Governments, whether right or left, have become commissioners-in-chief, nudging and cajoling networks into preferred business models without the slightest sensitivity or awareness of what the public wants or the TV industry is capable of. Armando Iannucci Read Quote
When I’m making something, I’ve always felt in charge and therefore able to call the shots. But what you’ve got to do is stop that turning into arrogance or despotism! Armando Iannucci Read Quote
My 11-year-old thinks I’m cool because he watches things I’ve made on YouTube. Armando Iannucci Read Quote
I started quite young at school, compering a charity event at an old people’s home. I would do stand up and impressions and enjoyed the laughter. It’s very addictive. It’s a lovely sensation to say something and hear a whole room laugh. Armando Iannucci Read Quote
I hate the idea of labels and saying you are member of one party or another and signing up to all sorts of policies that you don’t have a view on or don’t believe in. Because I’m not a politician, I don’t have to be consistent in what I say and how I behave. Armando Iannucci Read Quote
The last thing I want to do is use my comedy as a partisan tool or as a method for preaching. Armando Iannucci Read Quote
Joe Biden is that special combination of someone who is very talented and influential, but when he starts speaking, there’s inevitably going to be headlines written about something he said. Armando Iannucci Read Quote
Never underestimate the intelligence of the audience; make good programmes, and they will come. Armando Iannucci Read Quote
