Documentaries Quote by John Wilson
“A lot of documentaries are about something that already happened, but I think people are kind of afraid to let the story find them. It's scary because you might not end up with something good.”
About This Quote
Source Documentary: "How To with a Documentary", 2018
He suggests people avoid confronting stories, fearing unknown outcomes, leading to missed opportunities.
In simple terms: People fear letting stories find them, fearing bad results.
Face stories directly, even if uncertain.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- documentary making
- personal storytelling
- career decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What story are you avoiding?
- How can fear be transformed into curiosity?
Avoiding stories can limit learning and creativity.