Believe Quote by Billy Connolly
“I just believe in the movie. I don't care what the book was like. I don't care what the previous film was like or other films were like. I care only about the script I've got.”
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up: Live at the Apollo, 1995
Focusing on the script alone disregards the value of source material and context.
In simple terms: Only the script matters, not the original.
Key Takeaway
Value source material while creating new work.
Themes
creativity
adaptation
focus
Mood
analytical
creative
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing
- film making
- teaching
- reviewing
Key Concepts
intertextuality
artistic integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the original inform your script?
- What can you learn from previous versions?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting original can limit depth and originality.
