Quote by Gene Hackman

It really costs me a lot emotionally to watch myself on-screen. I think of myself, and feel like I'm quite young, and then I look at this old man with the baggy chins and the tired eyes and the receding hairline and all that.

It really costs me a lot emotionally to watch myself on-scre

Summary

This quote reflects the emotional toll and self-reflection that comes with seeing oneself on-screen. The speaker sees a disconnect between how they perceive themselves mentally, feeling young, and the physical reality that is presented on screen - an "old man" with physical signs of aging. The contrast between their inner perception and external appearance evokes a strong emotional response, capturing the vulnerability and self-consciousness that can arise from observing oneself in the media.

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By Gene Hackman

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