Quote by Helena Bonham Carter

I'm not dead and I don't have blue hair but some people say there are similarities. It is usually intolerable to watch myself onscreen but this time it's fine. I think it's beautiful and a real work of art.

I'm not dead and I don't have blue hair but some people say

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's personal opinion about their portrayal onscreen. Despite not physically resembling the character depicted (i.e., not being dead nor having blue hair), the speaker acknowledges that others see similarities. Normally, watching oneself onscreen is difficult for the speaker, but in this particular instance, they find it acceptable and even beautiful. They consider the portrayal to be a genuine work of art, suggesting that they appreciate the artistic interpretation behind their character's depiction.

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By Helena Bonham Carter

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