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The speaker is saying that "Taboo" should not be seen as a criticism of other period dramas. Instead, it is presented as another approach to making that kind of story. The quote emphasizes difference in style rather than opposition.
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Originally said in English.
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About Steven Knight
English screenwriter, film director, and television creator
Steven Knight is an English screenwriter, film director, and television creator. He is known for writing films such as Closed Circuit, Dirty Pretty Things, and Eastern Promises, and for writing and directing Locke, Hummingbird, and Serenity. His work often sits between crime, suspense, and personal drama, with a focus on tense situations and morally complicated characters. In July 2025, it was announced that he will write the 26th official James Bond film, to be directed by Denis Villeneuve.
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