Skip to content

Actor Quote by Kristin Scott Thomas

“As a younger actor you want to be approved of, you want to gain respect, be admired. All of those things. To say: 'This is me playing this character. And aren't I fantastic!' I don't feel that so much now.” quote by Kristin Scott Thomas
Download Open image
“As a younger actor you want to be approved of, you want to gain respect, be admired. All of those things. To say: 'This is me playing this character. And aren't I fantastic!' I don't feel that so much now.”

Kristin Scott Thomas

About This Quote

Source Interview: "Acting and Identity" with Kristin Scott Thomas, 2018

Early in a career, actors seek approval and admiration, but later they may lose that drive.

In simple terms: Early fame seeks validation, later focus shifts.

Key Takeaway

Seek internal satisfaction over external applause.

Themes

identity validation career selfacceptance

Mood

introspective melancholic

Type

interview personal

When to use this quote

  • career development
  • selfreflection
  • public perception
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

psychology performance art ego

Questions to Reflect On

  • How has your definition of success changed?
  • What drives you now beyond applause?
A Different Perspective

Some may still crave recognition; personal growth varies.

2.5 out of 5 (7 ratings)

More by Kristin Scott Thomas

Explore all 97 Kristin Scott Thomas quotes

More Actor quotes

Browse all 21,590 Actor quotes