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“I don't know if it's good or bad, but when I first started writing I imitated the narrative thrust of a movie. And as I worked, I learned what you can do in fiction that you can't do in movies, and vice-versa.” quote by Kevin Wilson
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“I don't know if it's good or bad, but when I first started writing I imitated the narrative thrust of a movie. And as I worked, I learned what you can do in fiction that you can't do in movies, and vice-versa.”

Kevin Wilson

About This Quote

Source Interview: Writing Process, 2015

The author notes learning the distinct strengths of fiction versus film, discovering each medium’s unique narrative capabilities.

In simple terms: Fiction and film have different storytelling tools.

Key Takeaway

Leverage each medium’s strengths.

Themes

creativity medium storytelling adaptation learning

Mood

inspired analytical curious

Type

educational reflective

When to use this quote

  • screenwriting
  • novel writing
  • cross‑media projects

Key Concepts

narrative structure visual vs textual artistic limits

Questions to Reflect On

  • What story elements suit film over prose?
  • How can you blend both techniques?
A Different Perspective

One medium may limit certain expressive possibilities.

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