Author Quote by Edward Burns
“But the longer I'm in the business, you see a lot of times these screenplays have been rewritten 5 times and you're not really offending an author.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing Screenwriting, 2015
Screenplays often undergo many rewrites, yet authors rarely feel personally attacked.
In simple terms: Rewrites are common, not personal insults.
Key Takeaway
Accept revisions as part of collaboration.
Themes
creativity
collaboration
industry
writing
Mood
candid
thoughtful
Type
reflective
industry
When to use this quote
- film production
- script development
- writer's room
- studio meetings
Key Concepts
authorial intent
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you protect your voice during rewrites?
- What balance exists between collaboration and authorship?
A Different Perspective
Multiple rewrites can dilute original vision.
