When I look up at the screen and see myself I always have to laugh. Not because I think I’m doing a horrible job, quite the contrary, I just feel it’s so surreal to feel like one person can entertain so many at one time.
Meaning of the quote
Ben Affleck, an American actor, is amazed when he sees himself on the big screen. He doesn't think he's doing a bad job, but instead, he finds it weird that one person can make so many people happy at the same time. Seeing himself on the screen makes him feel like he's in a dream, not reality.
About Ben Affleck
Ben Affleck is an acclaimed American actor and filmmaker who has won multiple awards, including two Oscars. He began his career as a child actor and later co-wrote and starred in the hit film Good Will Hunting, which earned him widespread recognition. Affleck has also directed several critically acclaimed films, including Argo, for which he won the BAFTA and Academy Award for Best Picture.
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