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Quote by Errol Morris

“Listening to what people were saying wasn't even important. But it was important to look as if you were listening to what people were saying. Actually, listening to what people are saying, to me, interferes with looking as if you were listening to what people are saying.”

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Errol Morris

Errol Morris, born on February 5, 1948, is a renowned film director from the United States. His works are known for their unique narrative style and in-depth exploration of historical events. His representative works include 'The Act of Killing' and 'The Thin Blue Line', which have won the love of audiences and won multiple awards. more

“You can think of my films as cautionary tales, but you might even think of them as despairing tales, because at least in a cautionary tale, you have this idea that by listening to the story you can assure a better outcome. Whereas I'm not at all convinced that's the case. In fact, if anything, I'm convinced that it's the opposite.”

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Author:Errol Morris

“I have to say that, though it sounds so superficial, the accent really does help. I like having accents preparing for a part.”

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Author:Emily Mortimer

“I pray everywhere--in the shower, on a plane, in traffic, you name it. When I feel like I have had enough, I will literally take a knee, bow my head, and beg God for help and strength. I know not to beg Him for patience, because then He gives me situations in which I have to grow more patient; I learned that lesson! And if I am having a wonderful day, I will stop to thank Him. It's a relationship.”