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I was convinced there as only one actor to play Templeton the Rat, and that was Tony Randall
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"I was convinced there as only one actor to play Templeton the Rat, and that was Tony Randall"

- Joseph Barbera

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This quote by Joseph Barbera is referring to the character of Templeton the Rat from the classic cartoon, "Charlotte's Web". It is clear that Barbera had a strong opinion on who must play the function of Templeton, which was Tony Randall. This recommends that Barbera had a great deal of regard for Randall's acting capability and thought that he was the only actor who might justify the character of Templeton. It likewise implies that Barbera had a strong vision for the character and was figured out to find the ideal actor to bring it to life. This quote is a testament to the value of finding the ideal actor for a role, and how much of an impact it can have on the success of a production.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Joseph Barbera between March 24, 1911 and December 18, 2006. He/she was a famous Cartoonist from USA. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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