Some of the gangster films I made - not so much the…
“Some of the gangster films I made - not so much the 'Krays,' because I'm really proud of that - but some of the films I made after that... There are a few of those movies I wish I'd never gone near. I'm proud of about 10 percent that I've ever done. If I never see the rest again I won't mind.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Only a small portion of his gangster films are sources of pride; the rest are regrettable.
In simple terms: Few films are proud, many are not.
Key Takeaway
Focus on quality over quantity.
Themes
pride
regret
filmography
selectivity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
self‑assessment
career
When to use this quote
- evaluating past work
- deciding future projects
- learning from mistakes
Key Concepts
Artistic integrity
career reflection
creative risk
Questions to Reflect On
- Which projects truly reflect your values?
- How do you define artistic success?
A Different Perspective
Success is subjective; external acclaim may not reflect personal standards.