A crisis of inspiration? What if it's not just temporary, my dear friend? What if it's the final downfall of a big fat no-talent imposter?
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Writer It's better to destroy than create what's unnecessary.
Luisa Anselmi Don't explain. I didn't ask you anything. Just spare me the shame of hearing you swear to a mess of lies.
Pace, il produttore I've figured out what you're trying to get at: a man's inner confusion. But you must be clear and get your point across. If what you have to say is interesting, it must be so for everybody. How can you not care if audiences understand? I'm sorry, but that's arrogant and presumptuous.
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