"I never apologized for anything in my life. The only thing I'm sorry about is putting a curse on Roger Ebert's colon. If a fat pig like Roger Ebert doesn't like my movie, then I'm sorry for him"

Vincent Gallo’s words reflect both his confrontational attitude and an unfiltered approach to public criticism. His refusal to apologize for anything in his life underscores a self-image marked by defiance and pride, presenting himself as someone who does not seek validation from others and resists accepting blame. Rather than showing remorse or engaging diplomatically with his detractors, he accentuates his outspokenness by mentioning the infamous incident of allegedly putting a curse on Roger Ebert's colon, a reference to a very public spat with the legendary film critic regarding Gallo’s controversial film "The Brown Bunny". This moment encapsulates how personal and intense his reactions to criticism can be, turning what could have remained a professional disagreement into something resembling a vendetta.

By calling Ebert "a fat pig" and expressing that if Ebert didn’t appreciate his film, that is a matter of pity directed at Ebert rather than at himself, Gallo exposes his willingness to attack critics on a personal level. There is an evident mix of wounded pride and caustic humor in his words; he deflects the criticism not by addressing the merits or faults of his film, but by diminishing Ebert as a person and turning the idea of "being sorry" inside out. The statement "then I'm sorry for him" twists the conventional apology, redirecting it as a reflection of perceived shortcomings in Ebert rather than any fault on Gallo’s part.

Underlying all of this is a display of bravado, revealing both insecurity and ego. Gallo positions himself as fearless and unwilling to conform to societal expectations about humility or professionalism in the face of negative critique, while also showing that critical judgments clearly get under his skin. His biting remarks expose the vulnerabilities of an artist who fiercely protects his work, even if it means crossing personal boundaries. This antagonistic posture ultimately reveals as much about Gallo's complex persona as it does about his reaction to criticism, making the statement both provocative and revealing.