In a world of lies and liars, an honest work of art is always an act of social responsibility.

Robert McKee
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An honest work of art is always an act of social responsibility, meaning that an artist who makes works that are honest and responsible will find that his or her work is profitable.

Source: Story: Substance, Structure, Style, And The Principles Of Screenwriting

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