Control Quote by Marilyn Monroe
“Like any creative human being, I would like a bit more control so that it would be a little easier for me when the director says, 'One tear, right now,' that one tear would pop out.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Interview, 1950s, Hollywood
She desires precise emotional control for acting, needing to summon tears on cue.
In simple terms: Wants control over emotions for performance.
Key Takeaway
Practice techniques to trigger genuine emotion.
Themes
acting
control
emotion
performance
Mood
frustrated
determined
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- film set
- stage rehearsal
- director instruction
Key Concepts
method acting
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can actors train to access specific emotions quickly?
- What are ethical limits of manipulating emotions?
A Different Perspective
Emotions may not be reliably produced on demand.
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