Whether it's a very dramatic part or a comical role, I feel I need to create the same thing: a full-fledged, three-dimensional character that the audience can identify with.
Christopher LloydRead
I didn't know where my career was going to go. Somehow, people sensed that I have certain talents and cast me in these bizarre, off-beat roles, which I have no regret about. I've enjoyed playing every one of them.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace unexpected opportunities in your career and trust in your unique talents.
This quote reflects the idea that career paths can often be uncertain and unpredictable. Christopher Lloyd expresses gratitude for being cast in unconventional roles, suggesting that embracing unexpected opportunities can lead to fulfilling experiences and success, even if the trajectory isn't clear from the outset.
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In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about pursuing your career dreams.
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When I go to Comic-Cons and people line up for autographs, so many people have a story about how they are moved, how they get tearful about what 'Back To The Future' meant to them.
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