Cliche Quote by Samuel Goldwyn
“When told a script was full of old cliches: Let's have some new cliches.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Hollywood Production, Samuel Goldwyn, 1930s
When a script feels stale, create fresh clichés to revitalize it.
In simple terms: Refresh stale ideas with new twists.
Key Takeaway
Innovate within familiar patterns.
Themes
creativity
writing
innovation
Mood
playful
strategic
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- screenwriting
- advertising
- marketing campaigns
Key Concepts
storytelling
media studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance originality with audience expectations?
- What fresh angles can you add to familiar tropes?
A Different Perspective
New clichés may still feel unoriginal if overused.
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