Approach Quote by Nick Cave
“I became a script writer with absolutely no idea of how to write a script whatsoever. I still feel a bit of an outsider in that regard. If I can maintain that approach to screenwriting, it can continue to be enjoyable.”
About This Quote
A writer admits feeling like an outsider in screenwriting but sees that maintaining this perspective can keep the work enjoyable.
In simple terms: Feeling like a newcomer can keep writing fun if you stay open.
Key Takeaway
Stay curious and accept outsider status.
Themes
self‑doubt
learning
creativity
Mood
introspective
hopeful
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- film workshops
- writing groups
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
identity
growth mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- How does outsider perspective enhance originality?
- What steps help turn doubt into motivation?
A Different Perspective
Risk of self‑limiting beliefs.
![“I've quit writing screenplay [adaptations]. It's too much work. I don't look at writing a novel as work, because I only have to please myself. I have a good time sitting here by myself, thinking up situations and characters, getting them to talk - it's so satisfying. But screenwriting's different…” quote by Elmore Leonard](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/396/elmore-leonard-3471_adaptation_i-ve-quit-writing-screenplay-adaptations_2640851.jpg)
![“That's what we [outsiders] feel America is really about - the kind of crazed ravings of the Christian right - when it's probably something quite different.” quote by Nick Cave](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3ca/nick-cave-1153_america_that-s-what-we-outsiders-feel-america-is_50754.jpg)
