When a book is just a plot, you know, two men fight for the

When a book is just a plot, you know, two men fight for the love of a woman in a wild frontier, I immediately ask, 'Why?'

📖 Nicolas Roeg

🌍 English | 👨‍💼 Director

🎂 August 15, 1928 – ⚰️ November 23, 2018

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This quote challenges the superficiality of storytelling that relies solely on predictable tropes and clichés. It prompts us to consider the deeper motivations and unique elements that make a story compelling beyond just its plot. By questioning the simplicity of such narratives, it encourages storytellers to explore more meaningful themes, character development, and originality. Ultimately, it reminds us that engaging stories arise from genuine character struggles and intricate backgrounds, not just familiar story arcs.

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