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“A movie is a combination of a thousand little ideas- It's not just one big idea”

Christopher Nolan

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Creating a movie is like making a big, tasty stew. You don't just throw in one ingredient and expect it to be delicious. Instead, you carefully add many different things: carrots, potatoes, spices, meat, and so on. Each small addition contributes to the overall flavor of the stew. In the same way, a movie requires many small creative ideas to come together. These little ideas could be the way a scene is shot, the dialogue, the costumes, or even the background music. Each small detail adds to the feel of the film, making it complex and engaging. Just like a good stew needs various ingredients, a good movie needs a mix of different, thoughtful elements to be truly captivating. So, when making a movie—or any big project—remember that all the small parts matter just as much as the big picture.

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