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A notable voice in this debate is Olivia Wilde, the actress-turned-director known for her role in House as Dr. 13 and for directing several films that have underperformed at the box office. Wilde recently expressed an important insight at a film festival: “When you conflate filmmaking or acting with large-scale acceptance, you immediately cut off opportunities to take risks.” She emphasized her desire not to become overly obsessed with being accepted or loved, implying that such concern may hinder creative daring.