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| Character | Charlie Kaufman | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | Male | |
| Age Range(s) | Adult (36-50) | |
| Type of monologue / Character is | Neurotic, Insecure, Introduction to story | |
| Type | Dramatic | |
| Year | 2002 | |
| Period | Any | |
| Genre | Drama, Comedy | |
| Description | Charlie Kaufman expresses his self loathing feelings | |
Summary
Charlie Kaufman is an insecure Hollywood screenwriter who is hired to adapt "The Orchid Thief", a non-fiction book written by Susan Orlean, into a screenplay. He gets stuck and ends up writing himself into the screenplay and becoming the protagonist of the movie.
This monologue starts the movie. Charlie Kaufman expresses his views about himself and his insecurities.
This monologue starts the movie. Charlie Kaufman expresses his views about himself and his insecurities.
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| Charlie Kaufman: "Do I have an original thought in my head, my bald head? Maybe if I were happier, my hair wouldnt be falling out. Life is short; I need to make the most of it. Today is the first day of the rest of my life. Im a walking clich..." |
