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Behind the phony tinsel of Hollywood lies the real tinsel
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"Behind the phony tinsel of Hollywood lies the real tinsel"

- Oscar Levant

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This quote by Oscar Levant is a commentary on the superficiality of Hollywood. He is recommending that the glamorous and also lavish lifestyle of Hollywood is absolutely nothing greater than a facade. The "counterfeit tinsel" is a metaphor for the incorrect beauty as well as appeal of Hollywood, while the "actual tinsel" is an allegory for the reality of the market. Hollywood is typically seen as a location of desires and also success, yet Levant is recommending that this is not constantly the situation. Behind the glamour and glamour of Hollywood lies a much darker fact. The quote is a tip that we must not be deceived by the superficiality of Hollywood, which we must look past the surface to see real nature of the industry.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Oscar Levant between December 27, 1906 and August 14, 1972. He/she was a famous Composer from USA. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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