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Marilyn Monroe

An actor is supposed to be a sensitive instrument. Isaac Stern takes good care of his violin. What if everybody jumped on his violin?

Marilyn Monroe

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Marilyn Monroe is saying that just as Isaac Stern treats his violin with care because it is delicate and valuable, actors need to be treated gently because they are sensitive. If everyone were harsh or careless with the actor’s feelings or talents, it would harm their ability to perform well.

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