Famous quote by John Lithgow

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Im a con artist in that Im an actor. I make people believe something is real when they know perfectly well it isnt
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"I'm a con artist in that I'm an actor. I make people believe something is real when they know perfectly well it isn't"

- John Lithgow

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John Lithgow's quote speaks to the power of acting and the capability of stars to develop a credible impression. He acknowledges that as a star, he is a scam artist in the sense that he has the ability to make individuals think something is real, despite the fact that they understand it isn't. This speaks with the power of acting and the capability of actors to develop a credible impression. It also talks to the power of storytelling and the capability of actors to transport audiences to a different world. By creating a credible illusion, stars can make people feel emotions and experience stories in a manner that is not possible in real life. This quote is a testament to the power of acting and the ability of stars to produce a believable impression. It is a reminder of the importance of storytelling and the capability of actors to transport audiences to a various world.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Lithgow somewhere between October 19, 1945 and today. He was a famous Actor from USA. The author also have 27 other quotes.

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