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“Some of the key components, we wanted it to be so far into the future that you weren't talking about our time. I was joking that the AMC cinematic universe is after the zombie apocalypse by hundreds and hundreds of years.” quote by Alfred Gough
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“Some of the key components, we wanted it to be so far into the future that you weren't talking about our time. I was joking that the AMC cinematic universe is after the zombie apocalypse by hundreds and hundreds of years.”

Alfred Gough

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker imagines a far‑future setting so distant it feels unrelated to present times, emphasizing extreme temporal distance in storytelling.

In simple terms: Imagining a setting far beyond our era.

Key Takeaway

Consider how far ahead your story’s world should be.

Themes

imagination future storytelling

Mood

reflective creative

Type

conceptual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • film planning
  • novel writing
  • game design
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

temporal distance world‑building

Questions to Reflect On

  • How far can a story be set before losing audience connection?
  • What benefits arise from extreme future settings?
A Different Perspective

Such distant settings may alienate audiences seeking relevance.

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