John Boorman Quotes
When actors are being defensive and defending their position, that is when you get less than good acting.
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What the inner voice saysWill not disappoint the hoping soul.
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I think when you're acting, you usually don't have to know too much beyond how to pronounce the words you're saying.
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When actors are being defensive and defending their position, that is when you get less than good acting.
