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The quote says that acting should include some genuine personal truth from the performer. Without that honesty, the performance stops being acting and becomes deception.
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Originally said in English.
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About Johnny Depp
American actor, musician, and filmmaker
Johnny Depp is an American actor, musician, and filmmaker. He is known for a long career in film and for the distinctive, often eccentric characters he has played. His work has brought him multiple honors, including an Actor Award and a Golden Globe Award, along with nominations for three Academy Awards and two British Academy Film Awards. The films he has appeared in have grossed more than $10.8 billion worldwide.
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