Joan Confronts Bob's Criticism
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Written by James Mangold, Jay Cocks
In the early morning light of a New York apartment, Joan and Bob discuss their musical origins and creative processes. The tension rises when Bob bluntly criticizes Joan's songwriting style, leading to a sharp exchange about authenticity and artistic ego.
JOAN: You are so completely full of shit.
BOB: I guess.
JOAN: I write too. But I’m not sure there’s a way to learn that.
BOB: Too hard. You try too hard. To write.
JOAN: ..Really.
BOB: Sunsets and seagulls. Your songs are like an oil painting at the dentist’s office.
JOAN: You’re kind of an asshole,
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