Actors Quote by Clark Gable
“This power that I'm supposed to have over women was never noticed when I was a stage actor on Broadway. I don't know when I got it. And by God, I can't explain it.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Gone with the Wind, 1939
The speaker reflects on an unexpected, unacknowledged power over women that emerged after his acting career.
In simple terms: He feels a strange influence over women he never noticed before.
Recognize and question unseen influences.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- career transitions
- self-reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does unnoticed influence affect behavior?
- What responsibilities come with such power?
Power can be misinterpreted and may affect consent.