I’m following a real event and real people.
Meaning of the quote
The quote means that John Landis, the actor, is telling a story based on something that really happened and about real people, not just made-up characters. He is trying to show the audience what actually occurred in real life, not just a fictional story.

About John Landis
John Landis is an acclaimed American filmmaker and actor best known for directing iconic comedy films like The Blues Brothers, Trading Places, and Coming to America. He’s also directed popular music videos for Michael Jackson and has won an Emmy Award for his documentary work.
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