Quote by Joseph Gordon-Levitt

As soon as you are trying to be funny or dramatic, that's when things start feeling fake and boring.

As soon as you are trying to be funny or dramatic, that's wh

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This quote suggests that when someone deliberately tries to be funny or dramatic, it often results in their actions or words feeling forced and lacking authenticity. In attempting to evoke certain emotions or reactions, the individual may come across as artificial or uninteresting. The quote implies that true humor or drama arises naturally from genuine experiences and emotions, rather than being manufactured or contrived. It highlights the importance of sincerity and genuineness in effectively engaging and captivating others.

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