To grasp the full significance of life is the actor’s duty; to interpret it his problem; and to express it his dedication.
JAMES DEANThe only greatness for man is immortality.
More James Dean Quotes
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Am I in love? Absolutely. I’m in love with ancient philosophers, foreign painters, classic authors, and musicians who have died long ago. I’m a passionate lover.
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I want to be a Texan 24 hours a day.
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Racing is the only time I feel whole.
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In the short span of his lifetime, an actor must learn all there is to know, experience all there is to experience, or approach that state as closely as possible.
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To me, acting is the most logical way for people’s neuroses to manifest themselves, in this great need we all have to express ourselves.
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Dream as if you’ll live forever. Live as if you’ll die today.
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I have a fairly adequate knowledge of Satanic forces.
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If a man can bridge the gap between life and death, if he can live on after he’s dead, then maybe he was a great man.
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If I can keep this up and nothing interferes with my progress, one of these days I might be able to contribute something to the world.
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I firmly believe Rebel Without A Cause is such a picture.
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My fun days are over.
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The gratification comes in the doing, not in the results.
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I have sacrificed a physical bond, for a metaphysical relationship. I am the ultimate idealistic lover.
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Being a senior in high school means you’re not only getting closer to adulthood, but also ready to start thinking about your dreams and aspirations, whether that’s applying for college, joining the military, or seeing the world.
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Whatever’s inside making me what I am, it’s like film. Film only works in the dark. Tear it all open and let in the light and you kill it.
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