Evil people you never forget them. And that's the aim of any actress- never to be forgotten.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Evil acts leave a mark, and the goal of performance is to leave a similar lasting impression on the audience.
- In plain terms
- Bad deeds are memorable, and actors aim to be remembered too.
- What can you take from it?
- Memorability is a key goal in both morality and art.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a character unforgettable?
- Is memorability always positive?
Another view
Aiming to be forgotten might overshadow other artistic goals.
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