Quote by Tilda Swinton

It was an amazing performer. Very temperamental, it spent a lot of time in its trailer.

It was an amazing performer. Very temperamental, it spent a

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This quote is a playful way of describing someone or something that is highly talented or skilled in a particular area, but also possesses a demanding and finicky nature. It suggests that despite the impressive abilities of the performer, they also require a lot of attention and have a penchant for being difficult to work with. The quote emphasizes the idea that excellence often comes with its fair share of complexity and high-maintenance behavior.

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