Paul McGann (Paul John McGann) Quotes
I never thought I'd be one of those old hams who favours theatre over everything, but I'm getting that way. Telly and film seemed more fun when I was younger; turning left on planes and washing up in nice places. But there are things that you only learn in theatre.
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I like buying iTunes. It's instant.
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Yes, I am a lingerie model, but I have class.
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It's good just to laugh sometimes, and if it comes out of some truth, it's even stronger.
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Knowledge is realizing that the street is one way; wisdom is looking in both directions anyway.
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Anyone who sets foot into the 'Watchmen' universe and isn't just a little nervous should be given a few days of electroshock therapy. I've always considered 'Watchmen' to be one of the best graphic novels ever written, and when it came out back in 1986 I was as blown away as everyone else. Just masterful.
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I never thought I'd be one of those old hams who favours theatre over everything, but I'm getting that way. Telly and film seemed more fun when I was younger; turning left on planes and washing up in nice places. But there are things that you only learn in theatre.
