Father Quote by Orson Welles
“My mother and father were both much more remarkable than any story of mine can make them. They seem to me just mythically wonderful.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Hollywood Reporter, 1962
Parents can seem larger than life, inspiring awe and mythic reverence that shapes personal identity.
In simple terms: Parents feel mythic.
Honor their legacy while forging your path.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family stories
- personal memoirs
- career choices
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does myth affect your self‑view?
- What balance do you seek?
Idealizing parents can obscure realistic perspectives.