There is a dark side in all of us. And for us 'bad' people, the bad side dominates. I think there is a great sadness in villains, and I have tried to put that across. We cannot stop ourselves doing what we are doing.
Christopher LeeRead
The thing I have always tried to do is surprise people: to present them with something they didn't expect.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the value of creativity and the joy of surprising others with originality.
Christopher Lee highlights the importance of surprise in art and creativity, suggesting that the essence of engaging with an audience lies in presenting the unexpected. By aiming to do the unexpected, one can evoke curiosity and intrigue, encouraging a deeper appreciation for art and performance.
Themes
CreativitySurpriseUnexpectedArtOriginality
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about creativity, you might say, 'As Christopher Lee said, we should always aim to surprise people and present them with the unexpected.'
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