Kevin Spacey Speaks at the MacTaggart Lecture in Edinburgh

The speaker addresses significant questions and sets the tone for the festival, sharing insights on talent, the industry, and new platforms. They conclude with a quote from Orson Welles about the intersection of commerce and art, expressing a love-hate relationship with television. The session ends with expressions of gratitude.

What is the primary purpose of the speaker's introduction?

• To provide a detailed history of the festival

• To address major questions and set the tone

• To introduce a new product

• To entertain the audience with jokes

What topics does the speaker discuss in the second section?

• Personal thoughts on talent and industry

• The importance of education

• The history of television

• The future of technology

Who does the speaker quote in the conclusion?

• Albert Einstein

• William Shakespeare

• Orson Welles

• Steve Jobs

What is the speaker's attitude towards television according to the quote?

• Love

• Complete avoidance

• Hatred mixed with compulsion

• Indifference

How does the speaker express gratitude at the end of the speech?

• By giving a standing ovation

• By saying 'thank you' multiple times

• By offering gifts

• By singing a song