Approach Quote by Danny Boyle
“Good storytelling for me is not so much technical expertise, which I know is applauded often; it's actually freshness of approach. It does mean you sometimes stumble and fall and make a horrible mess of things in seeking that freshness, but you should always keep trying to do that.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing storytelling philosophy, date unknown
Storytelling thrives on fresh, unconventional approaches, even if it leads to mistakes; persistence is key.
In simple terms: Fresh ideas matter more than technical skill; keep trying.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize originality and resilience in creative work.
Themes
creativity
risk
resilience
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- film making
- writing
- marketing campaigns
Key Concepts
innovation
learning from failure
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance freshness with competence?
- When is it okay to fail for growth?
A Different Perspective
Risk of valuing novelty over quality can backfire.
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