Sometimes you can have a great scene but it just doesn't…
“Sometimes you can have a great scene but it just doesn't need to be in the movie. If it's not progressing the plot, not progressing the story, not adding to the momentum, or if it's not purposefully serving a breath - it has got to go.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Marvel Studios Production, Kevin Feige, 2018
Scenes that don't advance plot or theme should be cut to keep the story tight and engaging.
In simple terms: Remove unnecessary scenes for better pacing.
Key Takeaway
Cut anything that doesn't serve the story.
Themes
editing
storytelling
film structure
Mood
practical
direct
Type
editing
creative
When to use this quote
- screenwriting
- film editing
- directing
- production meetings
Key Concepts
narrative economy
visual storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- What scene would you keep for its beauty despite being nonessential?
- How do you balance artistic expression with narrative efficiency?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes a scene may be artistically valuable but not essential to the narrative.