I always felt that acting was an escape, like having the secret key to every door and permission to go into any realm and soak it up. I enjoy that free pass.
Interpretation
Acting allows one to explore different worlds and experiences, providing a sense of freedom and adventure.
In this quote, Edward Norton expresses how acting serves as a form of escapism, granting him the ability to enter various realms and experience life in diverse ways. This 'secret key' symbolizes the unique opportunities that acting provides, allowing individuals to immerse themselves in different narratives and emotions, thus enhancing their understanding of the human experience.
In practice
In a speech about pursuing artistic passions, one might say, 'As Edward Norton puts it, acting is like having the secret key to every door, allowing us to explore new worlds.'
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