In a recent interview with Interview magazine, Robert Pattinson, known for
his role in the Twilight series, candidly discussed his fear of "humiliation"
when it comes to selecting movie roles.
Pattinson revealed, "I have a deep, deep fear of humiliation," shedding light
on the inner turmoil he experiences in his decision-making process.
When asked if there was a particular movie he was uncertain about, Pattinson
responded with, "not really." He emphasized that the responsibility ultimately
falls on him, stating, "You sort of know it's down to you. You can say it's a
bad script or the director's blah, blah, blah, but at the end of the day, no
one's going to care about the reasons."
He acknowledged the potential consequences of his choices, saying, "You're the
one who everyone's going to say is lame." Pattinson further expressed that,
despite giving his best effort, the majority of people may still criticize
him, deeming him as "lame."
Reflecting on his journey in the industry, Pattinson mused about the
challenges of making a place for oneself in society. He noted, "I'm constantly
thinking that you're just going to spend the vast majority of your life
unemployed and desperate and kind of feeling like you're a total failure."
He added, "I think that's just what life is," suggesting that such challenges
are an inherent part of the human experience.
This interview sheds light on Pattinson's inner struggles and anxieties
related to his acting career, highlighting the fear of judgment and the
pursuit of success in an unpredictable industry.
