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How Quotes

The questions behind every choice.

This set of how quotes covers a range of specific curiosities, from wondering how an R rating limits a film's audience to asking how a franchise could work without its signature character. Several reflect on the practical 'how' behind creative decisions rather than abstract philosophy. Related reflections continue in our About quotes.

Unfortunately, with dinosaurs, we haven't had enough specimens to determine how much variation there is within a species.

Quotes by Jack Horner

There's an entire universe in every single tweet, and it all really depends on the content as far as how it's going to spread.

Quotes by Jack Dorsey

I'm gonna drop fitty. I'm gonna drop fitty pounds. How many quarter-pounders with cheeses is that? I'm gonna drop 200 quarter-pounder with cheeses.

Quotes by Jack Black

How does one measure the success of a museum?

Quotes by J. Paul Getty

If Christianity is a mere invention of man, and not a supernatural, divine revelation, how is it that it has wrought such a complete alteration in the state of man kind?

Quotes by J. C. Ryle

How can a country that is impoverished, humiliated and beaten defend its national interests?

Quotes by Ivica Dacic

I write because I don't know how to ask my questions any other way.

Quotes by Israel Horovitz

Any unveiling is also veiling. No matter how transparent our governments want to be, governments will be selectively transparent.

Quotes by Ivan Krastev

You can't underestimate how traumatic divorce is for the children.

Quotes by Isla Fisher

I'm a very secretive person. That's how I grew up. My father was very secretive.

Quotes by Isabelle Adjani

How do I do it? I don't know how I wouldn't do it - that's the thing.

Quotes by Isaac Mizrahi

My attitudes have changed, but somebody would have to read all my books to find out how they have.

Quotes by Irwin Shaw

I have not been a follower of how many millions my films made or did not make.

Quotes by Irvin Kershner

As soon as you've written it, you're thinking about how it can move into different mediums.

Quotes by Irvine Welsh

Leaders tend to focus on 'what to do,' but the real issue is more often 'how to do it.'

Quotes by Irene Rosenfeld

A nation needs to know how to utilise talent.

Quotes by Irrfan Khan

If we want to be cost-conscious, we should do it, not just talk about how cost-conscious we are.

Quotes by Ingvar Kamprad

I like how small you can be on TV.

Quotes by Indira Varma

Men have to descend from their pedestal and learn how to be more broadminded and spiritual.

Quotes by Indra Devi

I don't know how to have fun.

Quotes by Indya Moore

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these "How" quotes explore?
These quotes use "how" to ask real questions — how a rating can limit who sees a film, how fame changes your privacy, and how certain characters feel inseparable from their franchise. For more everyday reflections, see the Always quotes page.
Is there a quote about film ratings?
Yes, one quote reflects on not realizing "how limiting an R rating is," describing a film made as a cautionary tale for young teenagers who ended up not being allowed to see it. For more film-related reflections, see the About quotes page.
Is there a quote about fame and privacy?
Yes — one quote asks directly, "How do you deal with the loss of anonymity, the loss of privacy?" It's a candid look at what fame actually costs. For related thoughts, see the Just quotes page.
Is there a quote about movies and their iconic characters?
Yes, one quote asks, "How can you have 'Scream' without Ghostface?" and adds, "It's like 'Friday the 13th' without Jason." It's a fun observation about how tied certain characters are to their films.
Is there a quote about disliking a classic author?
Yes, one quote recalls reading Jane Austen in college and telling "everyone how much I disliked it," including a rough experience with 'Northanger Abbey.' For more on personal opinions like this, see the Know quotes page.

Others ask how someone adjusts to losing their privacy after becoming known, tying the question of 'how' to real personal change. See also Just quotes and Know quotes.