Good script Quote by Robert Downey, Jr
“When you have a good script you're almost in more trouble than when you have a terrible script.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Iron Man (2008) interview
A good script can create high expectations, making any flaws feel more glaring than with a bad script.
In simple terms: Great scripts raise stakes, exposing flaws.
Key Takeaway
Manage expectations, focus on execution.
Themes
expectations
quality
perception
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
cautionary
analytical
When to use this quote
- acting
- screenwriting
- production
- critical review
Key Concepts
storytelling
performance
risk
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance high expectations with realistic outcomes?
- What safeguards can protect a project from over‑promising?
A Different Perspective
Even a good script can backfire if execution falters.
