My dad was an absentee dad, so it was always important to me that I was part of my daughter's life, and she deserved two parents, which is part of the rationale behind us staying married for 30 years.
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People go to movies on Saturday to get away from the war in Iraq and taxes and election news and pedophiles online and just go and have some fun. I like doing movies that are fun.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Movies offer an escape from the harsh realities of life.
In this quote, Samuel L. Jackson highlights the role of movies as a form of escapism for people dealing with the stresses and anxieties of the world, such as war and politics. He expresses his appreciation for creating films that provide enjoyment and joy, emphasizing the importance of fun in the midst of challenging times.
Themes
MoviesEscapeFunEntertainmentRelief
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a film discussion panel to emphasize the therapeutic aspects of cinema.
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I'm not as angry as I used to be. But I can get in touch with that anger pretty quickly if I feel my space is being invaded or somebody is not treating me with the respect that I think I want.
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I guess the worst day I have had was when I had to stand up in rehab in front of my wife and daughter and say 'Hi, my name is Sam and I am an addict.'
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You ain't got but one life. You ought to live it the way you want.
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I'm a good son, a good father, a good husband - I've been married to the same woman for 30 years. I'm a good friend. I finished college, I have my education, I donate money anonymously. So when people criticize the kind of characters that I play on screen, I go, 'You know, that's part of history.'
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