"The principle of Creative Limitations calls for freedom……" — Robert McKee
"The principle of Creative Limitations calls for freedom within a circle of obstacles and restricted boundaries. Talent is like a muscle: without something to push against, it atrophies. So we deliberately put obstacles in our path - barriers that will inspire us. We disciple ourselves as to what to do, while we're boundless as to how to do it."
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Robert McKee
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54 Quotes by Robert McKee
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In a world of lies and liars, an honest work of art is always an act of social responsibility.
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