Al Pacino Quotes

A collection of quotes by Al Pacino.

Al Pacino is an American actor and filmmaker, born on April 25, 1940, in New York City. Known for his intense and captivating performances, Pacino has become one of the most celebrated actors in the history of cinema. His roles are often characterized by their complexity, raw emotion, and profound depth.

Pacino gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Michael Corleone in Francis Ford Coppola's iconic crime drama "The Godfather" trilogy (1972-1990). This performance earned him critical acclaim and marked the beginning of a prolific career in the industry. He continued to deliver exceptional performances in films such as "Serpico" (1973), "Dog Day Afternoon" (1975), and "Scarface" (1983), securing his position as a legendary actor.

Throughout his career, Pacino has received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in "Scent of a Woman" (1992). He has been nominated for numerous awards and has consistently been praised for his talent, contributing significantly to the art of acting.

In addition to his acting career, Pacino has also explored directing and producing. He has directed and starred in films such as "Looking for Richard" (1996) and "SalomÃ©" (2013). His contributions to the entertainment industry have left an indelible mark, making Al Pacino one of the most revered and influential actors of his generation.

It's easy to fool the eye but it's hard to fool the heart.

It's easy to fool the eye but it's hard to fool the heart.

I always tell the truth. Even when I lie.

I always tell the truth. Even when I lie.

Truth Lying Lies Acting

Money makes your life easier. If you're lucky to have it, yo

Money makes your life easier. If you're lucky to have it, you're lucky.

My dad was in the army. World War II. He got his college edu

My dad was in the army. World War II. He got his college education from the army. After World War II he became an insurance salesman. Really, I didn't know my dad very well. He and my mother split up after the war. I was raised by my maternal grandmother and grandfather, and by my mother.

When I was doing 'Scarface,' I remember being in love at tha

When I was doing 'Scarface,' I remember being in love at that time. One of the few times in my life. And I was so glad it was at that time. I would come home and she would tell me about her life that day and all her problems and I remember saying to her, look, you really got me through this picture because I would shed everything when I came home.

I don't think actors should ever expect to get a role, becau

I don't think actors should ever expect to get a role, because the disappointment is too great. You've got to think of things as an opportunity. An audition's an opportunity to have an audience.

All due respect and trying to be as modest as I can be, I am

All due respect and trying to be as modest as I can be, I am a dancer. But I don't think I would be on 'Dancing with the Stars,' mainly because I would be too shy.

You need some insecurity if you're an actor. It keeps the po

You need some insecurity if you're an actor. It keeps the pot boiling. I haven't yet started to think about retiring. I was shocked when I heard about Paul Newman retiring at age 82. Most actors just fade away like old soldiers.

It's never really that much fun for me to do movies anyway,

It's never really that much fun for me to do movies anyway, because you - you know, you have to get up very early in the morning and you have to go in and you spend a lot of time waiting around.

When my mother got home from work, she would take me to the

When my mother got home from work, she would take me to the movies. It was her way of getting out, and she would take me with her. I'd go home and act all the parts. It had a tremendous influence on my becoming an actor.

The hardest thing about being famous is that people are alwa

The hardest thing about being famous is that people are always nice to you. You're in a conversation and everybody's agreeing with what you're saying - even if you say something totally crazy. You need people who can tell you what you don't want to hear.

The actor becomes an emotional athlete. The process is painf

The actor becomes an emotional athlete. The process is painful -- my personal life suffers.