The average Hollywood film star's ambition is to be admired by an American, courted by an Italian, married to an Englishman and have a French boyfriend.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Many stars seek international validation across various European cultures.
- In plain terms
- Stars want attention from different nations.
- What can you take from it?
- Ambition often seeks global recognition.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does fame mean to you?
- Why do we value international status?
Another view
It generalizes the diverse goals of all artists.
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