I am big. It's the pictures that got small.

Summary

This quote, spoken by the character Norma Desmond in the film Sunset Boulevard, expresses the idea that the protagonist's ego and self-importance remain substantial, while the film industry's attention to grandeur and quality has diminished. Norma Desmond uses this dramatic line to lament how her own fame and relevance have faded over time, emphasizing the contrast between her former glory and the declining power of the movie industry that she once thrived in.

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