--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I think that's what we're all trying to…" description: "\"I think that's what we're all trying to do as actors, is create some sort of passion from people and allow them to have something to really care about ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/24a/serinda-swan-16882_about_i-think-that-s-what-we-re-all-trying-to_1584667.jpg" --- # I think that's what we're all trying to do as actors, is… ![“I think that's what we're all trying to do as actors, is create some sort of passion from people and allow them to have something to really care about and something they enjoy and look forward to on Saturday, Sunday, Monday, whatever it is, where you get to sit down and escape.” quote by Serinda Swan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/24a/serinda-swan-16882_about_i-think-that-s-what-we-re-all-trying-to_1584667.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/24a/serinda-swan-16882_about_i-think-that-s-what-we-re-all-trying-to_1584667.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/24a/serinda-swan-16882_about_i-think-that-s-what-we-re-all-trying-to_1584667.jpg) > “I think that's what we're all trying to do as actors, is create some sort of passion from people and allow them to have something to really care about and something they enjoy and look forward to on Saturday, Sunday, Monday, whatever it is, where you get to sit down and escape.” [Serinda Swan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/serinda-swan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Actors aim to create passion that gives audiences something meaningful to care about and look forward to, providing an escape. **In simple terms:** Actors want to give people something to care about. Key Takeaway Create meaningful, escapist experiences. Themes creativity audience engagement purpose entertainment escape Mood inspirational thoughtful enthusiastic Type artistic motivational reflective When to use this quote - theater performances - film releases - television series - live events Key Concepts Storytelling emotional resonance cultural impact Questions to Reflect On - How does escapism shape cultural narratives? - What responsibility do actors have to their audience? 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