So when I write characters and situations and relationships, I try to sort of utilize what I know about the world, limited as it is, and what I hear from my friends and see with my relatives.
Meaning of the quote
When Charlie Kaufman writes stories, he uses his own experiences and what he learns from the people around him. Even though he doesn't know everything about the world, he tries to use what he's seen and heard to create interesting characters, situations, and relationships in his writing.
About Charlie Kaufman
Charlie Kaufman is an acclaimed American screenwriter, film director, and novelist. He’s known for his unique and imaginative works like “Being John Malkovich,” “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind,” and “Synecdoche, New York.” Kaufman has won numerous awards, including an Oscar, and is considered one of the most celebrated screenwriters of his era.
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