--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I've got a feeling I'm leaving stardom…" description: "\"I've got a feeling I'm leaving stardom behind, you know. I'm gradually becoming more of a filmmaker, acquiring a different kind of dignity from that wh..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/488/steve-mcqueen-11077_achieve_i-ve-got-a-feeling-i-m-leaving-stardom-b_944574.png" --- # I've got a feeling I'm leaving stardom behind, you know… ![“I've got a feeling I'm leaving stardom behind, you know. I'm gradually becoming more of a filmmaker, acquiring a different kind of dignity from that which you achieve in acting. After all, I'm no matinee idol, and I'm getting older. I don't think I can be doing my kind of thing in the seventies; I…” quote by Steve McQueen](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/488/steve-mcqueen-11077_achieve_i-ve-got-a-feeling-i-m-leaving-stardom-b_944574.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/488/steve-mcqueen-11077_achieve_i-ve-got-a-feeling-i-m-leaving-stardom-b_944574.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/488/steve-mcqueen-11077_achieve_i-ve-got-a-feeling-i-m-leaving-stardom-b_944574.png) > “I've got a feeling I'm leaving stardom behind, you know. I'm gradually becoming more of a filmmaker, acquiring a different kind of dignity from that which you achieve in acting. After all, I'm no matinee idol, and I'm getting older. I don't think I can be doing my kind of thing in the seventies; I want to be on more of the creative side of business.” [Steve McQueen](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/steve-mcqueen/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. He reflects on moving from acting to filmmaking, seeking creative control and dignity beyond fame **In simple terms:** He wants a creative role, not just fame Key Takeaway Embrace new creative responsibilities Themes career transition aging creativity Mood reflective determined Type career advice personal development When to use this quote - film production - career pivot - personal growth Key Concepts identity artistic integrity industry dynamics Questions to Reflect On - How will you define success beyond fame? - What risks come with changing roles? 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