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Hollywood has always been a cage... a cage to catch our dreams
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"Hollywood has always been a cage... a cage to catch our dreams"

- John Huston

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In this quote, John Huston is using a metaphor to explain Hollywood as a cage. This suggests that Hollywood is a restrictive and confining place, where people's dreams are trapped and managed. Making use of the word "always" implies that this has been the case for a long period of time, maybe because the start of Hollywood's presence. By saying that Hollywood is a cage to catch our dreams, Huston is highlighting the appeal and seduction of the show business. It is a location where individuals's goals and desires are recorded and exploited for revenue. In general, this quote shows the complex and frequently problematic nature of Hollywood and its influence on society.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Huston between August 5, 1906 and August 28, 1987. He was a famous Director from USA. The author also have 7 other quotes.

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