To sum it all up: It was a great picture to do; I just wish it had never been released.
Meaning of the quote
Jack Nance, the American actor, is saying that making the movie was fun and he enjoyed the experience, but he wishes the movie had never been released for the public to see. He's saying the process of making the movie was great, but he's not happy with the final result that was shown to everyone.
About Jack Nance
Jack Nance was an American actor best known for his collaborations with filmmaker David Lynch, including starring in the cult classic Eraserhead. He also had a recurring role as Pete Martell on the iconic TV series Twin Peaks.
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To sum it all up: It was a great picture to do; I just wish it had never been released.
American actor (1943-1996)