Movies aren't finished, they're abandoned. And you have to make your peace with that.
David FincherRead
The thing I always say to any writer that I'm working with is: Just make sure that in any argument, EVERYONE is right. I want every single person arguing a righteous side of the argument. That makes interesting drama.
Interpretation
What this quote means
David Fincher emphasizes the importance of presenting multiple perspectives in storytelling to enhance drama.
In this quote, David Fincher highlights the idea that every character in a narrative should have a valid perspective in their arguments. By ensuring that each person involved in a conflict has a righteous viewpoint, the resulting drama becomes more compelling and complex, inviting the audience to understand the multifaceted nature of human conflict.
Themes
DramaStorytellingPerspectivesWritingConflict
In practice
Example use cases
A screenwriter could use this quote in a workshop about character development.
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