Acting Quote by Geena Davis
![“After a couple of rehearsals and a couple of takes, Sydney Pollack says, "Come here. Why are you not nervous?" And I [say], "Do you think it would be better if I was nervous?" And he says, "No, it's just I can't understand it - how you would be first time on a set, you're acting, when he flubs his…” quote by Geena Davis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/052/geena-davis-2583_acting_after-a-couple-of-rehearsals-and-a-coupl_1825989.jpg)
“After a couple of rehearsals and a couple of takes, Sydney Pollack says, "Come here. Why are you not nervous?" And I [say], "Do you think it would be better if I was nervous?" And he says, "No, it's just I can't understand it - how you would be first time on a set, you're acting, when he flubs his line you make up a new line. It's very interesting." It's not that I think I'm great; that's what I knew I wanted to do.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sydney Pollack on acting, 1995
An actor discusses the paradox of nerves on set and the creative process of improvisation.
In simple terms: Nerves are normal; improvisation can be valuable.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty and stay present.
Themes
acting
creativity
confidence
improvisation
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- theatre
- film set
- live performance
- creative problem solving
Key Concepts
performance anxiety
spontaneity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you manage performance anxiety?
- When is improvisation beneficial?
A Different Perspective
Improvisation may not suit all roles.
![“That's the really frustrating thing, but also the fixable thing. My theory why no one notices is that that's the [women's roles] ratio thing they grew up with. It's just been that way forever, so they don't see it.” quote by Geena Davis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/934/geena-davis-2583_forever_that-s-the-really-frustrating-thing-but_195125.jpg)
