Quote by Neil LaBute

I would be more frightened as a writer if people thought my movies were like science fiction.

I would be more frightened as a writer if people thought my

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In this quote, the speaker emphasises their fear as a writer that their movies would be compared to science fiction. By expressing their apprehension towards this genre, they potentially imply a preference for creating stories that feel more realistic or connected to the everyday human experience. This fear could arise from concerns of being pigeonholed or not being taken seriously as a writer, as the science fiction genre often carries certain stereotypes or associations that may not align with the speaker's creative vision or intentions.

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