Quote By Robert Downey Jr.

In movies, people seem to be more emotional than they would ever be if that situation was actually happening to them.

Robert Downey Jr.

Cinema Emotions Reality vs. Fiction

Robert Downey Jr.

American Actor and Producer

Born: April 4, 1965

Iconic actor known for his role as Iron Man in the Marvel Comic Universe.

Explanation Of The Quote

The speaker is commenting on the heightened emotional expressions often depicted in films, which may exceed how people typically react in real life. They note a discrepancy between cinematic portrayals and real-life behavior, suggesting that films often amplify emotions for dramatic effect.

More Quotes By Robert Downey Jr.

Listen, smile, agree, and then do whatever the fuck you were gonna do anyway.

Robert Downey Jr.

You need to know what to do when the sun is not shining.

Robert Downey Jr.

I've always felt like an outsider in this industry. Because I'm so insane I guess.

Robert Downey Jr.

If someone really takes a risk, it doesn't get dismissed. That's what happened when the Oscar was won posthumously by Heath Ledger, who did one of the definitive villain performances of all time. But it really has to be exceptional in defining everything we previously knew about the actress or the actor.

Robert Downey Jr.

I'm very good at deconstructing. I'm a very good troubleshooter for why something is unlikely to work. And most everything is unlikely to work.

Robert Downey Jr.

I like mainstream movies that are completely off the wall.

Robert Downey Jr.

I take some pride in... representing myself exactly how I would like to have my son remember me to his kids.

Robert Downey Jr.

I had this bad-boy-from-New York vibe going, dressed like a punk rocker with spiky hair.

Robert Downey Jr.

When you have a good script you're almost in more trouble than when you have a terrible script.

Robert Downey Jr.

I walk by studio heads and they actually look and put their hand out now, like maybe I should be on their radar.