Tim Reid quotes

How did we suddenly become entranced with gangster culture? I saw it this morning on campus. When did the black community say we should all look like criminals? (Tim Reid)
Young kids are taking Viagra, ecstasy. They even want instant sex. View quote
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A film should be an experience. You should feel something. It should motivate you to feel something. View quote
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The business is so upside down now. It's not just about the bling-bling. View quote
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When the media defines something, you have to question: Is it the definition that you want applied to your culture? I'm trying to determine who's leaving the legacy, and if the legacy that is being left is a positive one. View quote
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Ninety percent of the time, you're going to hear no. It took me seven years to make 'Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored.' Nobody wanted to see the movie made. I got the movie made. View quote
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Why would you create a movie for black people if you don't understand the history and perspective of the people you are doing it for? You need historical perspective to make sound decisions. View quote
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Just having hope ain't going to cut it. You've got to have hope, passion and skills. View quote
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Black people don't even question things any more, they simply follow the lead. View quote
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Occupation: American Actor
Born: December 19, 1944
Quotes count: 9