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The actor depends wholly on himself. He gives his performance in what, to him, seems the most effective manner.

Bela Lugosi

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Bela Lugosi
Age: 73 †
Born: 1882
Born: October 20
Died: 1956
Died: August 16
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I never play without my cape.
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To die, to be really dead, that must be glorious.
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Without movie parts I was reduced to freak status. I just couldn't stand it.
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I will not be tortured! I tear torture out of myself by torturing you!
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