The faster I write the better my output. If I am going slow, I'm in trouble. It means I am pushing the words instead of being pulled by them.
Quote of the Day: Akiva Goldsman
Writing is both a pleasure and a struggle. There are times when it’s really aversive and unpleasant, and there are times when it’s wonderful and fun and magical, but that’s not the point. Writing is my job. I’m not a believer of waiting for the muse. You don’t put yourself in the mood to go... Continue Reading →
Quote of the Day: Anthony Minghella
I never feel more myself than when I’m writing; I never enjoy any day more than a good writing day.
Quote of the Day: Robert De Niro
The mind of a writer can be a truly terrifying thing. Isolated, neurotic, caffeine-addled, crippled by procrastination, consumed by feelings of panic, self-loathing, and soul-crushing inadequacy. And that’s on a good day. (Presenting at the Oscars.)
Quote of the Day: Ben Arment
The first draft of anything is crap, but it's better than no draft. Check out our screenwriting quotes page for more wisdom.
Quote of the Day: Roger Ebert
We live in a box of space and time. Movies are windows in its walls.
Quote of the Day: Paddy Chayefsky
If you're reading through and stop, something is wrong. Cut it. If something bothers you, then it's bad. Cut it.
Quote of the Day: William M. Akers
Just because you're sick of your script doesn't mean it's finished.
Quote of the Day: Walt Disney
Do what you do so well that they will want to see it again and bring their friends.
Quote of the Day: Charlie Kaufman
I don't think screenwriting is therapeutic. It's actually really, really hard for me. It's not an enjoyable process.