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James Dean

To me, acting is the most logical way for people's neuroses to manifest themselves, in this great need we all have to express ourselves.

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James Dean is saying that acting allows people to show their inner psychological struggles because it provides a structured way to express deep emotions. He believes this form of expression is a natural outlet for the strong desire everyone has to communicate what they feel inside.

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