It was an accident, although I’ve been involved in some kind of theatrical function or other since I was a child – in school, music, athletics.
JAMES DEANIf 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.
More James Dean Quotes
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Only the gentle are ever really strong.
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What better way to die? It’s fast and clean and you go out in a blaze of glory!
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The clouds are lined with silver and the glass is half full (though the answers won’t be found at the bottom) Don’t sweat the small stuff
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Dream as if you’ll live forever. Live as if you’ll die today.
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To my way of thinking, an actor’s course is set even before he’s out of the cradle.
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I can’t let in the light.It will destroy my performance like light destroys film
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Reality doesn’t have any preconceived ideas. You’ve got to learn how to smoke the cigarette, not act smoking the cigarette.
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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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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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He must be superhuman in his efforts to store away in the core of his subconscious everything that he might be called upon to use in the expression of his art.
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The gratification comes in the doing, not in the results.
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One of these days I might be able to contribute something to the world.
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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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Remember: Life is short, break the rules
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I have made great strides in my craft. After months of auditioning, I am very proud to announce that I am a member of the Actors Studio.
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