Quote by Patrick Wilson

The way you deal with a scare is the way you deal with a laugh. The timing has to be perfect. When you're dealing with fear or laughter - emotions that happen spontaneously - you hope it's working. But in the moment, you really have no idea.

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Summary

This quote suggests that the process of handling fear and laughter is similar. Both require perfect timing to achieve the desired impact. Whether eliciting fear or laughter, these emotions occur naturally and spontaneously. The quote emphasizes that during the moment of evoking these emotions, one cannot be certain if their approach is effective. Instead, they must rely on their instincts and hope for the desired outcome.

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By Patrick Wilson

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