Roger Moore: A Bond Beyond Film – Exploring the Legacy of a Cinematic Icon
“My acting range has always been something between the two extremes of ‘raises left eyebrow’ and ‘raises right eyebrow’.”
Moore had a self-deprecating sense of humor about his own acting skills. This quote is an example of that humor.
“I would love to be remembered as one of the greatest Lears or Hamlets. But, as that’s not going to happen, I’m quite happy I did Bond.”
Despite his success as Bond, Moore knew that he was not going to be remembered as one of the great Shakespearean actors, and he was completely content with that.
“I’ve not planned my funeral. I’m not the Queen. A procession through the streets of Stockwell would be nice, I suppose. But when I go, I’d just like everyone to say: ‘He lived longer than anyone I knew.'”
Moore’s dry British humor shone through even when talking about his own mortality.
“Teach love, generosity, good manners and some of that will drift from the classroom to the home and who knows, the children will be educating the parents.”
This quote reflects Moore’s deep commitment to humanitarian causes and his belief in the power of education to bring about social change.
“You can either grow old gracefully or begrudgingly. I chose both.”
Moore often reflected on aging with humor and grace.
“The wonderful thing about age is that your knees don’t work as well, you can’t run down steps quite as easily and obviously you can’t lift heavy weights. But your mind doesn’t feel any different.”
Again, his take on the aging process was marked with wit and positivity.
“I do not have time to sit down and regret anything although sometimes I wish I had been able to see more of my parents while they were alive and have done more for them.”
A reflective Moore acknowledging the sacrifices that came with his career success.
“My acting range has always been something between the two extremes of ‘raises left eyebrow’ and ‘raises right eyebrow’.”
In this quote, Roger Moore displays his characteristic self-deprecation, wryly suggesting that his acting abilities were limited, yet distinct enough to make him a memorable James Bond.
“I would love to be remembered as one of the greatest Lears or Hamlets. But, as that’s not going to happen, I’m quite happy I did Bond.”
Moore’s honesty about his place in the acting world is evident here.
He acknowledges that he may not have had the acting chops to be considered among the greatest Shakespearean performers, but he’s pleased to have played one of cinema’s most iconic characters.
“I’ve not planned my funeral. I’m not the Queen. A procession through the streets of Stockwell would be nice, I suppose. But when I go, I’d just like everyone to say: ‘He lived longer than anyone I knew.'”
This quote, featuring Moore’s classic dry British humor, sees the actor joking about his own mortality. His light-hearted approach was a common theme throughout his life.
“Teach love, generosity, good manners and some of that will drift from the classroom to the home and who knows, the children will be educating the parents.”
Here, Moore showcases his humanitarian side, expressing a belief in the power of education and its ability to foster change, not just within individuals, but within families and broader society.
“You can either grow old gracefully or begrudgingly. I chose both.”
In this witticism, Moore shares his perspective on aging – a process that can be met with elegance or resentment, or as he jests, a combination of both.
“The wonderful thing about age is that your knees don’t work as well, you can’t run down steps quite as easily and obviously you can’t lift heavy weights. But your mind doesn’t feel any different.”
This quote offers another example of Moore’s humorous take on aging, acknowledging the physical challenges while highlighting the continuity of mental experience.
“I do not have time to sit down and regret anything although sometimes I wish I had been able to see more of my parents while they were alive and have done more for them.”
Even in reflecting on potential regrets, Moore maintains a forward-looking perspective, acknowledging past shortcomings but not dwelling on them.
His mention of his parents also highlights a deeply personal aspect of his life.
“I believe in luck, and the harder I work, the more I have of it.”
This quote from Moore underscores his belief in the relationship between effort and success, recognizing the role of both personal drive and favorable circumstances.
“You can’t be a real spy and have everybody in the world know who you are and what your drink is. That’s just hysterically funny.”
Here, Moore playfully critiques the portrayal of spies in popular culture, particularly the iconic Bond character that he himself brought to life.
“Of course I do my own stunts. And I also do my own lying.”
This witticism exemplifies Moore’s humor as he jokes about the realities of film production and the illusion of performing his own stunts.
“I enjoy being a highly overpaid actor.”
In this quote, Moore takes a frank and humorous look at the industry in which he’s worked, acknowledging the substantial financial rewards that come with fame.
“I learnt that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.”
Reflecting on his life experiences, Moore shares an insightful view on courage, suggesting that it’s not about eliminating fear, but overcoming it.
“To me, the whole process of being a brush stroke in someone else’s painting is a little difficult.”
This statement speaks to Moore’s view on his role within larger projects, acknowledging the challenge of contributing to a vision that isn’t fully his own.
“I don’t think a comedian could do what I did. That’s not really his role.”
Here, Moore distinguishes his own craft from that of a comedian, highlighting the different skills and expectations associated with different kinds of performance.
Remember, Roger Moore was not just an actor, but a deeply dedicated philanthropist who used his fame to bring about change and support for those who needed it most.
These quotes give us a peek into his humor, his wisdom, and his generous spirit.