Listen, acting is not surgery, it's entertainment. You're doing something to hopefully move people, to make them laugh, to transport them. But actors are vulnerable, and the reason we're vulnerable is that we're always trying to recreate human behaviour.
I'm fully aware that I am a lucky, lucky man. This Oscar belongs to all of those people around the world battling ALS. It belongs to one exceptional family, and I will be it's custodian and I promise you that I will polish him, and wait on him hand and foot.
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The quote expresses gratitude for success while emphasizing the importance of support for those facing challenges.
In this heartfelt statement, Eddie Redmayne acknowledges his fortune in winning an Oscar, but he goes beyond personal achievement to highlight the struggles of those battling ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis). He symbolizes his commitment to honor those affected by the disease, particularly emphasizing his bond with a family that is crucial to this journey, portraying himself as a caretaker that respects the dignity and fight of those enduring hardship.
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In a speech at an event to raise awareness for ALS, to inspire the audience about the strength of the affected families.
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