All writing is discipline, but screenwriting is a drill sergeant.
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What happens is fact, not truth. Truth is what we think about what happens.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote distinguishes between objective reality and subjective interpretation.
Robert McKee's quote draws a clear line between 'fact' and 'truth,' emphasizing that while facts are immutable occurrences, truth is shaped by individual perceptions and interpretations of those occurrences. This insight highlights the subjective nature of human understanding and illustrates how our beliefs and thoughts influence our interpretations of reality.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about the differences between objective facts and personal beliefs.
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