Pola Negri Quotes & Sayings

Love is disgusting when you no longer possess yourself. — Pola Negri

Hollywood has gone from Pola to Polaroid. — Pola Negri

I agree with Marjorie Rosen's good psychological analysis of my acting ability. — Pola Negri

Of course, Hollywood is still making some excellent pictures which reflect the great artistry that made Hollywood famous throughout the world, but these films are exceptions, judging from box office returns and press reviews. — Pola Negri

My hard work and excellent training entitled me to be a better actress than some of my competitors. — Pola Negri

Today the salaries of stars are astronomical in comparison with the 20's, but the high cost of today's living and taxes takes a huge bite out of these salaries. — Pola Negri

Yes, I was correctly quoted in saying I introduced sex into films in the 20's, but it was sex in good taste and left a great deal to one's imagination. — Pola Negri

The presentation of hard core pornography, brutality and shocking language, from what I hear, is leaving the public jaded and tired of this kind of film. — Pola Negri

I consider my work great, as I am a great artist. — Pola Negri

Stars didn't have to worry as they were on long term contracts and were able to enjoy their vacations without worrying about tomorrow. Few had financial worries due to large incomes and little taxes. — Pola Negri

In the next shot the cameras zoomed to the fiancee who noticed the lights in the Czarina's room go out and the camera then turned to the pond where two goldfish were making love. — Pola Negri

Alas, in 1929 came the Stock Market crash and everything changed and became worrisome. People started practicing conservatism because of financial losses, myself included. — Pola Negri

I then remained in Berlin until Dec. 1938, spending my time between pictures at my villa on the Riviera. — Pola Negri