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The speaker is describing a funny, unsettling situation where a friend uses an impersonation of him on an answering machine. Calling that friend creates a strange loop because the speaker ends up hearing his own voice answered back to him. The quote plays on the oddness of hearing yourself in an everyday interaction.
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Originally said in English.
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About Christopher Walken
American actor
Christopher Walken is an American actor, known for work across stage and screen. His performances have brought him major recognition, including an Academy Award, an Actor Award, and a BAFTA Award. He has also been nominated for two Tony Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and a Golden Globe Award. His films have taken in more than $1.6 billion in the United States, reflecting a career with wide popular reach.
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