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We don't usually start out with a plot that we can pitch…

“We don't usually start out with a plot that we can pitch in two lines. We spend a year brainstorming and discussing ideas that are sometimes of a visual nature, sometimes just about characters and then we try to structure the story.” quote by Joachim Trier
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“We don't usually start out with a plot that we can pitch in two lines. We spend a year brainstorming and discussing ideas that are sometimes of a visual nature, sometimes just about characters and then we try to structure the story.”

Joachim Trier

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 describes the iterative, collaborative process of developing a story beyond a simple pitch.

In simple terms: Storytelling requires extensive brainstorming and structuring.

Key Takeaway

Invest time in collaborative idea development.

Themes

creativity collaboration storytelling process

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

creative educational

When to use this quote

  • writer’s room
  • storyboarding
  • concept meetings

Key Concepts

narrative design visual planning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we balance planning with execution?
  • When is a concise pitch sufficient?
A Different Perspective

Time constraints can limit depth of development.

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