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Cinema Quote by Paul W. S. Anderson

“I can't remember who said, 'No film is completed, just abandoned,' but I think most filmmakers will tell you that they could endlessly fiddle with their films for the next couple of decades, you know, changing things, altering things.” quote by Paul W. S. Anderson
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“I can't remember who said, 'No film is completed, just abandoned,' but I think most filmmakers will tell you that they could endlessly fiddle with their films for the next couple of decades, you know, changing things, altering things.”

Paul W. S. Anderson

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About This Quote

Creative work can become endless when perfection is chased, leading to abandonment rather than completion.

In simple terms: Perfectionism can stall projects.

Key Takeaway

Accept good enough and finish.

Themes

creativity perfectionism completion artistic process

Mood

frustrated reflective

Type

advisory philosophical

When to use this quote

  • film editing
  • project management
  • personal art

Key Concepts

creative paralysis unfinished work decision fatigue

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you decide when a project is finished?
  • What criteria signal enough is enough?
A Different Perspective

The drive for endless tweaks can waste time and resources.

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