Ambition Quote by Jean-Luc Godard
“What is your greatest ambition in life?' 'To become immortal... and then die.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Unknown, 2023
The speaker paradoxically wishes immortality yet acknowledges the inevitability of death, highlighting life's contradictions.
In simple terms: Want to live forever, then die.
Key Takeaway
Accept life's paradoxes and pursue meaning.
Themes
mortality
ambition
paradox
Mood
reflective
enigmatic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- personal legacy
- scientific research
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Existentialism
philosophical inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “immortal” mean to you?
- Can embracing mortality inspire purpose?
A Different Perspective
Immortality may be unattainable, making the goal futile.
