In the wintertime, in the snow country, citrus fruit was so rare, and if you got one, it was better than ambrosia.
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I love to see actors' work. I love to surf channels late at night and accidentally run into movies I hadn't seen before. It makes me very proud of the profession.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses appreciation for the craft of acting and the joy of discovering new films.
James Earl Jones expresses his passion for acting and the excitement that comes from discovering new performances on television. It reflects not only his love for the cinema but also a deep pride in the artistic profession that he is a part of, highlighting the joy and serendipity of encountering unexpected artistic works.
Themes
ActingMoviesDiscoveryArtPride
In practice
Example use cases
During a film discussion, one might say, 'Like James Earl Jones, I love to surf channels late at night and discover hidden cinematic gems.'
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