I've got loads of cavities. I had a root canal done eight years ago that's unfinished. It's like a rotten little stub, but I like it. It's like when the Indians would make something beaded, they would always put imperfections on it. (1995)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Depp finds beauty in imperfections, comparing his tooth to traditional beadwork.
- In plain terms
- He likes his damaged tooth because it reminds him of imperfect art.
- What can you take from it?
- Find value in flaws instead of trying to hide them.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What flaw do you secretly like?
- How do you define beauty?
Another view
Not all imperfections are meaningful or aesthetically pleasing.
More from Johnny Depp
I could do a Bruce Willis thing and make a record now, but it would just milk my teen-boy, pop-idol image. I'd rather do nothing than do that. (1988)
Permalink to quote #158 When I see people with perfect teeth, it drives me up the wall. I'd rather swallow a tick than have that! (1995)
Permalink to quote #160 I'm going to do everything I can - fight tooth and nail - to not be put in some teen-idol category. (1988)
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