Al Pacino Quotes

I always tell the truth. Even when I lie.

Vanity is my favorite sin.

You wanna know how to get Capone? They pull a knife, you pull a gun. He sends one of yours to the hospital, you send one of his to the morgue!

In this country, you gotta make the money first. Then when you get the money, you get the power. Then when you get the power, then you get the women.

Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer.

The only thing that stands between you and your dream is the will to try and the belief that it is actually possible.

I don’t need bodyguards. I’m from the South Bronx.

I always knew I was destined for greatness.

My first language was shy. It’s only by having been thrust into the limelight that I have learned to cope with my shyness.

I’ve tried to lead a regular life, but I can’t. I have this uncontrollable urge to make movies.

Sometimes a revolution simply cannot be stopped.

I have a sentimental weakness for my children and I spoil them, as you can see. They talk when they should listen.

You can’t change the past, but you can learn from it.

Never hate your enemies. It affects your judgment.

Every movie I’ve done has been an adventure. It’s been quite a ride.

I have a problem with people who take the Constitution loosely and the Bible literally.

I’m an actor, not a star. Stars are people who live in Hollywood and have heart-shaped swimming pools.

The only thing that can stop you is you.

Screws fall out all the time. The world is an imperfect place.

I look for ambiguity when I’m writing because life is ambiguous.

You have to stand up for what you believe in, even if it means standing alone.

In any war, your side is the good side and the other side is evil. But that’s not always true.

I love women. I’m madly in love with women. They’re the greatest thing in the world.

I’ve always been interested in the darker side of humanity.

I’m an actor and I have to play all kinds of characters, good or bad.

The best thing about being an actor is that you get to live different lives.

I don’t believe in that. I think you should live life and do what you want to do.

I’m passionate, I’m emotional, I’m dramatic.

You gotta have the talent to carry off being a scarecrow. Otherwise, it’s just a waste of stuffing.

I’m a perfectionist and I always try to do better.

Life is too short to be little.

The only thing I am afraid of is failing.

Acting is about being real, being honest.

I’m a late bloomer. It took me a while to discover my true passion.

I don’t want to be a product of my environment. I want my environment to be a product of me.

I don’t judge people. I just watch and learn.

I’m a street kid. I didn’t have it easy.

You can’t control destiny. You can only control your actions.

People always fear what they don’t understand.

You have to embrace your scars. They make you who you are.

I don’t make movies for money. I make movies for art.

Life is like a game of cards. You have to play the hand you’re dealt.

I always try to see the best in people, even if they don’t see it in themselves.

Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. That’s how you learn and grow.

I believe in the power of forgiveness. It sets you free.

You have to trust your instincts. They won’t let you down.

I don’t dwell on the past. I focus on the present and the future.

Success is a journey, not a destination.

You have to fight for what you want in life. You can’t just wait for it to come to you.

I’m grateful for every opportunity that comes my way. I never take anything for granted.