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“This is a good thing to say to film students. If there's a story point that you don't feel right about, that there's a question you have - "Does it really make sense?" Or, "Is that plausible? Is it implausible? Is it set up?" Or whatever. Go at it. Don't let it go. If there's a question in your…” quote by Annette Bening
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“This is a good thing to say to film students. If there's a story point that you don't feel right about, that there's a question you have - "Does it really make sense?" Or, "Is that plausible? Is it implausible? Is it set up?" Or whatever. Go at it. Don't let it go. If there's a question in your mind, you're probably right. You probably do need to work on it and think about it more.”

Annette Bening

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Questioning narrative choices ensures story coherence and authenticity.

In simple terms: Ask yourself if a scene feels right.

Key Takeaway

Trust your instincts and revise.

Themes

storytelling authenticity critical thinking

Mood

reflective determined

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • scriptwriting
  • directing
  • editing
  • workshop feedback

Key Concepts

narrative logic intuition

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance intuition with audience expectations?
  • When is it okay to keep a questionable scene?
A Different Perspective

May overlook practical constraints; over‑analysis can stall production.

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