You should quit trying only after two conditions have been met: 1.) You've given yourself a legitimate shot. 2.) Trying is no longer fun. — Terry Rossio Copy Share Image
Most aspiring screenwriters simply don't spend enough time choosing their concept. It's by far the most common mistake I see in spec… — Terry Rossio Copy Share Image
Once learned, the ability to disagree with a smile pays valuable dividends for a lifetime. — Terry Rossio Copy Share Image
It seems quite proper to fear achievement, which, after all, is proof that you've successfully moved an experience from the delightfully anticipated future into… — Terry Rossio Copy Share Image
Mistakes are the byproduct of action - and thus an accurate gauge of effort. — Terry Rossio Copy Share Image
It is a rare man who can prevail in the face of comfort. Freedom is fragile and elusive, for rarely does the appreciation of… — Terry Rossio Copy Share Image
In Hollywood, story content of movies follows a hierarchy of power, not the relative quality of various ideas. Hollywood does not lack for quality… — Terry Rossio Copy Share Image
A child should have every advantage - including those taught by disadvantage. — Terry Rossio Copy Share Image
How do we not rue the many unchosen paths in life? A blessed lack of imagination. There are enough real glories along any path… — Terry Rossio Copy Share Image
Human beings are compelled to adopt a belief system; some paradigm to provide meaning, purpose, and understanding to our lives. A quick survey of… — Terry Rossio Copy Share Image
