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What does it mean?
The artist feels no work is ever perfect enough.
In plain terms
I never feel completely happy with any film I make.
What can you take from it?
Perfection remains out of reach for creators.

Where it applies

  • post production review
  • portfolio reflection
  • creative burnout

Putting it to work

  • set realistic goals
  • accept imperfection
  • track progress

Questions to consider

  • When is a project truly done?
  • How do you define satisfaction?

Another view

Some works may actually be well received by others.

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