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Avatar's Derivative Success
- Dan Wells cites the movie Avatar as an example of a derivative yet successful film.
- It was a well-executed version of a familiar story, prompting discussion on originality's value.
Eragon and Perceived Originality
- Brandon Sanderson mentions Eragon as another example of seeming originality.
- He questions if perceived originality stems from first exposure rather than true novelty.
Adapting "Uplift"
- Howard Tayler discusses using the concept of "uplift" in his comic, similar to David Brin's work.
- He adapted the idea, adding humor and exploring new aspects, with Brin's acknowledgment.