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Quote by Samuel L. Jackson

“You just let people do what they do and look at them and give them enough rope until they do what you thought they were going to do... which is screw you over.”

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Samuel L. Jackson

Samuel L. Jackson, born on December 21, 1948, is a renowned American film actor. Known for his distinctive acting style and versatile character portrayals, he has appeared in numerous Hollywood blockbusters, including 'Pulp Fiction', 'Black Panther', and has won the admiration of audiences worldwide. more

“We both [me and Eugene Levy] come from the same place. Eugene did most of his work in SCTV and ensemble situations. I'd done all this theater work before I got into movies and ensemble situations. We both learned how to develop characters and interact with other people in a unique and economic sort of way.”

People Way Done Character Situation Economic Unique Theater Ensemble

Author:Samuel L. Jackson

“We [me and Eugene Levy] both try to play the reality of a moment and don't try to impose humor on something where it doesn't belong. Contrary to what other people seem to think sometimes.”

People Thinking Trying Sometimes Play Moments Reality Seems Contrary

Author:Samuel L. Jackson

“There are tons of stories out there. I read a lot of scripts on a weekly basis. I'm looking for stories to tell and stories that I hope will be interesting to an audience.”

Stories Interesting Audience Bases Scripts

Author:Samuel L. Jackson

“If you go into a comic book store, there are tons of Star Wars stories on the stand. There are lots of different stories to tell. Maybe George [Lucas] won't tell them. Maybe some kid, who's a Star Wars fan that's planning to go to film school, will call Lucas and say, 'I'd like to make a Star Wars film.' Then, they'll make one.”