Quote by Larry David

There are times when I'm driving home after a day's shooting, thinking to myself, That scene would've been so much better if I had written it out.

There are times when I'm driving home after a day's shooting

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This quote reflects the self-criticizing nature of a creative mind. The speaker, while reflecting on their film shoot, recognizes missed opportunities by acknowledging the potential improvement had they written the scene differently. It highlights the constant desire for artistic growth and the innate drive to better one's craft.

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