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“I'm a playwright by trade, and in theater, writers have complete control over everything. Nobody can change a word without your permission. I've had a couple screenwriting experiences that weren't terrible, but they were typical, where executives came in and gave you sometimes good notes and sometimes horrible notes - but they wanted to change the movie that everybody had agreed to make. After a couple of times, it's like, "Why are we doing this?" The story is not going to turn out very good when 13 people are writing it together.”

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David Lindsay-Abaire

David Lindsay-Abaire is an American playwright known for his humor and profound insights into human nature. His works often explore themes of family, identity, and shared human emotions. Born on November 14, 1969, Lindsay-Abaire's career began in the theater world, where he has achieved significant success. more

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