It starts with the writer-it's a familiar dictum, but somehow it keeps getting forgotten along the way. No film-maker, irrespective of his electronic bag of tricks, can ever afford to forget his commitment to the written word.
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So I try to re-invent my own eye every time I tackle a new subject. But it's hard, because everybody has style. You can't help it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the challenge of developing a unique perspective in a world full of established styles.
In this quote, Steven Spielberg reflects on the difficulty of maintaining originality while engaging with new subjects, suggesting that while he aims to re-invent his own vision, the influence of established styles is unavoidable. This speaks to the broader artistic struggle of finding one's own voice amidst the influence of others.
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OriginalityCreativityStyleArtPerspective
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Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about the challenges facing artists today.
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