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Alan Arkin

American Actor

Born: Mar 26, 1934

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I don't sense that I am someone's hero, though I'm happy when people like my work. I've learned how to be gracious about it, but I try to let it go by. I've seen how, if people start taking on those accolades, it can ruin them completely. Alan Arkin

I've always been an improviser. I was one before I knew even what the word was... And acting, that I've been doing since I was 5. Alan Arkin

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I had to jump around in the arts for a while just to survive. I earned a little money here and there, playing the guitar at union meetings, functions. I sold some science-fiction stories. I knew there was absolutely no question of me not being connected with the arts, but I couldn't find any acting jobs. Alan Arkin

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I love insane, stupid comedy, but I can only make it work if it's a character I can give some history to and make real. Like the guy I played in 'Little Miss Sunshine.' He's a maniac, but to me he was absolutely believable. Alan Arkin

I don't believe in competitions between artists. This is insane. Who has the authority to say someone is better? Alan Arkin

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Success has nothing to do with box office as far as I'm concerned. Success has to do with achieving your goals, your internal goals, and growing as a person. It would have been nice to have been connected with a couple more box office hits, but in the long run, I don't think it makes you happier. Alan Arkin

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I had a hard time treating my field as if it's horse racing, putting actors in competition against each other. I see how the industry and the studios feel it's important, but I don't really have a feeling for being in competition. I want to feel sympathetic and close to others, not opposed to them. Alan Arkin

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I would rather die than do a play - 10 years in solitary instead. Alan Arkin

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