Jimmy Smits Quotes
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Unfortunately, considering that we Latinos are really big for movie companies when they have blockbuster releases or new cable shows, when it comes to the dynamic of supporting our own product, it leaves much to be desired.
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I get my jolt of energy in New York. I get mi familia vibe in New York.
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There are no right and wrong ways to work in this business, but there are some basic common-sense practices. Work very, very hard and always be prepared; never give up; and once you get the job, give them more than they ever expected: - Shine!
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When we are out there selling a new picture, when did it become part of the deal that you have to sell the family? To use the juicy part of your life to get attention? I'm not blaming the reporters. It's the system.
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I used to wear sneakers with those nice suits because I wanted Victor Sifuentes to have a bounce in the courtroom.
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California has been very good to me in terms of the professional arena.
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Every actor has to deal with what's on his plate, and I try to deal with doing the best work possible with the most challenging scripts. I don't base it on whether it's a feature film or a TV-movie or cable.
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I have carried the burden of being a role model for some time. And that's great. The body of work I've done has afforded me that opportunity.
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Michael C. Hall is an incredibly detailed actor who can convey so much with just an eyebrow.
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When I grew up, we went to Coney Island and Central Park. We'd find our way to the water and watch the fireworks.
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Nude scenes aren't fun.
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The Latino population has become such a presence. We are part of the American tapestry in a very profound way, in every area you can think of, and are very significant in popular culture.
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Celebrity hits like a bomb.
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What's on the page dictates a lot of what I do. When the words are there, it's easy.
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I'm an actor. I love to act. That's my job. I'll leave the politicking to others.
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With the advent of cable and such, you guys are calling it the golden age of TV in terms of the writing and stuff. But it's like different branches of a big tree that TV has become.
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My career aspirations as an actor have always been driven foremost by the creative desire to be versatile.
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There are some things you have to give up to the higher power.
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I started out in the theater, and my background is classical. I'd love to be in a film version of a Shakespeare play.
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My comfort zone has always been in an ensemble-type atmosphere.
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Nurturing a project from the ground floor is something I've been wanting to do.
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As an actor, you think to yourself, 'I want to do good work,' but you also want the work that you do to make an impact in some way.
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There's show business, and the business is sometimes in capital letters. You just have to give it your best shot when up at bat.
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If you're given gifts or blessings in your life, it's up to you to help the guy coming up behind you.