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What does it mean?
Spielberg describes the recurring inspiration to make new films as a monthly occurrence.
In plain terms
I get inspired to make a new movie once a month.
What can you take from it?
Creative inspiration is a frequent and recurring process.

Where it applies

  • creative process
  • daily life
  • artist routine

Putting it to work

  • track creative impulses
  • schedule filming cycles

Questions to consider

  • How often do you feel inspired?
  • Can you plan creativity?

Another view

Not all artists experience inspiration on such a regular schedule.

More from Steven Spielberg

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  2. The older I get, the more I look at movies as a moving miracle.

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  3. I would love to see the British film industry get back on its feet again.

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