Quote by Michael Caine

Hollywood is a cross between a health farm, a recreation center and an insane asylum. It's a company town, and I happen to like the company!

Hollywood is a cross between a health farm, a recreation cen

Summary

This quote characterizes Hollywood as a unique combination of a health farm, a recreation center, and an insane asylum. It implies that the environment in Hollywood is diverse, mixing elements of wellness, leisure, and eccentricity. The reference to it being a "company town" highlights how Hollywood revolves around the film industry and the people associated with it. The speaker identifies themselves as someone who appreciates this distinctive blend of elements found in Hollywood, suggesting a certain fondness or affinity towards the town and its eccentricities.

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By Michael Caine

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