“I always think that I'm not going to be right for a movie or that there's someone else who can do it better.”

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The speaker describes a recurring feeling of self-doubt before taking on a film role. He suggests he often assumes someone else might be better suited for the part.

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Originally said in English.

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About Michael Keaton

American actor, filmmaker, and producer

Michael Keaton, born Michael John Douglas, is an American actor, filmmaker, and producer. He has worked across film and television, and his career has brought him a Primetime Emmy Award, two Golden Globe Awards, and nominations for an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award. In 2016, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and was named an Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters in France. He is known for a long career in performance and production, with recognition that reflects both critical acclaim and industry respect.

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