To find a script that works with provocative ideas is hard to find.
Meaning of the quote
It's really difficult to find a script or story that explores thought-provoking and challenging ideas in an effective way. The director is saying that it's a challenge to create a script or movie that can successfully present new and interesting concepts to the audience.
About John McTiernan
John McTiernan is an acclaimed American filmmaker known for his action-packed movies like Predator, Die Hard, and The Hunt for Red October. However, he faced legal troubles later in his career, including a conviction for perjury and a prison sentence.
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