Quote by Philip Seymour Hoffman

To be fair to my dad, he is one of the brightest men I've ever met.

To be fair to my dad, he is one of the brightest men I've ev

Summary

In this quote, the speaker acknowledges the intellectual capacity of their father, highlighting his exceptional intelligence. By stating that their dad is one of the brightest individuals they have ever encountered, the speaker offers a balanced assessment, emphasizing that they are recognizing and being fair to their father's intellectual aptitude. This short explanation underscores the high regard the speaker holds for their father's intelligence and suggests that it is an important characteristic worth acknowledging.

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By Philip Seymour Hoffman

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