'I used to get the girl; now I get the part. In 'The Quiet American' you may have noticed I got the part and the girl. It's a milestone for me, because it's the last time I'm going to get the girl. I'm sure of it, now I'm nearly 70.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- As the actor ages, he receives parts instead of romantic leads on screen.
- In plain terms
- I got romantic leads young, now I just get the acting roles.
- What can you take from it?
- Aging shifts the focus from romance to craft.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does aging affect casting?
- What matters more in a role?
Another view
It overlooks that older actors can still have romance.
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