Frances Farmer Quotes

A collection of quotes by Frances Farmer.

Frances Farmer (1913-1970) was an American actress and one of the most intriguing figures of Hollywood's Golden Age. Known for her unconventional beauty and talent, Farmer achieved success in the 1930s and 1940s with notable performances in films like "Come and Get It" and "Rhythm on the Range." However, her career was marred by personal struggles and mental health issues, leading to a highly publicized and controversial downfall. Farmer's life story has become a symbol of the dark side of fame and the challenges faced by individuals battling mental illness.

I went to Sunday School and liked the stories about Christ a

I went to Sunday School and liked the stories about Christ and the Christmas star. They were beautiful. They made you warm and happy to think about. But I didn't believe them.

Frances Farmer

Christmas

The Sunday School teacher talked too much in the way our gra

The Sunday School teacher talked too much in the way our grade school teacher used to when she told us about George Washington. Pleasant, pretty stories, but not true.

Frances Farmer

Teacher

I used to lie between cool, clean sheets at night after I'd

I used to lie between cool, clean sheets at night after I'd had a bath, after I had washed my hair and scrubbed my knuckles and finger-nails and teeth. Then I could lie quite still in the dark with my face to the window with the trees in it, and talk to God.

Frances Farmer

Cool