Fun Quote by Harry Elfont
![“The original pilot script [ of "Mary and Jane"], we literally just wrote for fun. It was, let's just do this.” quote by Harry Elfont](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d90/harry-elfont-28944_fun_the-original-pilot-script-of-mary-and-ja_271857.jpg)
“The original pilot script [ of "Mary and Jane"], we literally just wrote for fun. It was, let's just do this.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Indie Film Talk, 2012
The script was written spontaneously for fun, emphasizing playful creativity without commercial pressure.
In simple terms: They wrote the script just for fun.
Key Takeaway
Create without fearing commercial expectations.
Themes
playfulness
spontaneity
creativity
film
Mood
lighthearted
encouraging
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing a short film
- brainstorming sessions
- collaborative play
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
improvisation
joyful writing
low‑budget filmmaking
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you write if you felt no pressure?
- How does play affect your creative process?
A Different Perspective
Lack of planning may lead to incoherent narratives.
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![“I don't think it feels like a burden. We did not really think of it ["Mary and Jane"] that way. I think it is certainly how we branded. The thing it does is enables us to be a little bit surreal.” quote by Harry Elfont](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a75/harry-elfont-28944_bits_i-don-t-think-it-feels-like-a-burden-we_834486.jpg)
![“We did want it ["Mary and Jane"] to feel a little different and have some surreal weird touches, which we try to do every episode. That is what we took advantage of.” quote by Harry Elfont](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/891/harry-elfont-28944_advantage_we-did-want-it-mary-and-jane-to-feel-a-l_1425104.jpg)
