I’m disappointed in acting as a craft. I want everything to go back to Orson Welles and fake noses and changing your voice. It’s become so much about personality.
Meaning of the quote
Acting used to be more about the craft, like what Orson Welles did with fake noses and changing his voice. But now, it's more about the actor's personality. This makes Spencer Tracy disappointed, as he believes acting should focus on the skills and techniques, not just the actor's own personality.
About Spencer Tracy
Spencer Tracy was an acclaimed American actor known for his natural acting style and versatility. He was the first actor to win two consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actor and is considered one of the greatest screen actors of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Tracy’s career spanned over 75 films, and he was particularly known for his on-screen partnership with Katharine Hepburn.
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I’m disappointed in acting as a craft. I want everything to go back to Orson Welles and fake noses and changing your voice. It’s become so much about personality.
American actor (1900-1967)