Today’s films are so technological that an actor becomes starved for roles that deal with human relationships.
Meaning of the quote
Nowadays, movies are so focused on special effects and technology that actors don't have as many chances to play roles that show the relationships and emotions between people. Actors want more opportunities to explore human connections and feelings in their work, rather than just focusing on the latest gadgets and visual effects.
About Natalie Wood
Natalie Wood was an acclaimed American actress who began her career as a child and went on to star in numerous successful films, including West Side Story and Gypsy. Her cinematic career spanned decades and represented a portrait of the changing role of women in Hollywood. Tragically, she died under mysterious circumstances in 1981 at the age of 43.
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If I didn’t believe in what I’m doing, I’d rather go to work in a dime store.
American actress (1938-1981)
For the first time I feel an inner emotional security. There is reality and dependability. My life revolves around Richard and the baby.
American actress (1938-1981)
Sometimes when I visit my sister and her two children, I wonder if she missed a lot by getting married. Right now, nothing could be further from my mind than getting married.
American actress (1938-1981)
I’m just going to have to grow old, because I’m too terrified to have anything done.
American actress (1938-1981)
The times that I have done something that I didn’t respond to emotionally right away, it’s generally not worked out too well.
American actress (1938-1981)
My friends seem much more excited about my doing Anastasia than Brainstorm… and to tell you the truth, I feel the same way.
American actress (1938-1981)
I’m not very bright about money. I’m not domestic either. If I don’t learn how to cook, maybe I won’t have to.
American actress (1938-1981)
I didn’t know who the hell I was. I was whoever they wanted me to be.
American actress (1938-1981)
We all wanted to copy Vivien Leigh.
American actress (1938-1981)
I couldn’t even go to the bathroom alone. My mother or a social worker always went with me.
American actress (1938-1981)
I saw my parents as gods whose every wish must be obeyed or I would suffer the penalty of anguish and guilt.
American actress (1938-1981)
A lot changed when I had Natasha. I’m a survivor.
American actress (1938-1981)
Almost every girl falls in love with the wrong man, I suppose it’s part of growing up.
American actress (1938-1981)
When I get married it will be for keeps.
American actress (1938-1981)
My mother used to tell me, No matter what they ask you, always say yes. You can learn later.
American actress (1938-1981)
Warren and I are friends, but working with him had been difficult.
American actress (1938-1981)
The only time a woman really succeeds in changing a man is when he is a baby.
American actress (1938-1981)
Stardom is only a by-product of acting. I don’t think being a movie star is a good enough reason for existing.
American actress (1938-1981)
I thought it was a wonderful line – right on the cutting room floor.
American actress (1938-1981)
I never saw film stars at home. We had no maid, no cook, no swimming pool.
American actress (1938-1981)
We were descended from royalty.
American actress (1938-1981)
I never knew motherhood could be so truly gratifying until I had Natasha.
American actress (1938-1981)
I didn’t like children. I didn’t think of myself as a child. I didn’t like any of the things other children were interested in.
American actress (1938-1981)
I was so overprotected, I used to think I was as delicate as people said I was.
American actress (1938-1981)
Today’s films are so technological that an actor becomes starved for roles that deal with human relationships.
American actress (1938-1981)
At night, when the sky is full of stars and the sea is still you get the wonderful sensation that you are floating in space.
American actress (1938-1981)
The constant attention is what is so difficult.
American actress (1938-1981)
From ages 10 to 12 or so, I barely remember anything.
American actress (1938-1981)
I was so young, and making movies, going to the studio every morning at dawn was magic.
American actress (1938-1981)
Not even analysis, by itself, can transform you. You must still do the changing yourself.
American actress (1938-1981)
There are certain stars who are not actors. I don’t want to be that type.
American actress (1938-1981)
I’ve been terrified of the water, and yet it seems I’m forced to go into in on every movie that I make.
American actress (1938-1981)