"She was a genius, my mother."

-- Sally Kirkland

#Mother Quotes #Genius Quotes

“Americanization means the process of becoming an American. It means civic incorporation, becoming a part of the polity - becoming one of us. But that does not mean conformity. We are more than a melting pot, we are a kaleidoscope, where every turn of history refracts new light on the old promise.”
“Doing cinema is not about watching yourself”
“It seemed to be a necessary ritual that he should prepare himself for sleep by meditating under the solemnity of the night sky... a mysterious transaction between the infinity of the soul and the infinity of the universe.”
“When I do a horror or a fantasy film it all boils down to something in the script that surprises me. It could be a big thing or a small moment. If it's there I'll do it.”
“We... heal ourselves by giving others what we most need.”
“I have been a hundred times on the point of killing myself, but still was fond of life. This ridiculous weakness is perhaps one of our worst instincts. What can be more absurd than choosing to carry a burden that one really wants to throw to the ground? To detest, and yet to strive to preserve our existence? To caress the serpent that devours us, and hug him close to our bosoms till he has gnawed into our hearts?”
“If you want to change the world, start with yourself.”
“Famous crime stories almost always lead to the passing of new laws.”

Source : "Writer Bill James". "The Tavis Smiley Show", www.pbs.org. May 20, 2011.

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