Gene Hackman, who gained fame later in life, harbors a sense of disbelief regarding his stardom. Despite winning an Oscar and starring in box office hits, he feels disconnected from the glamour and struggles with overwork, stating he often feels he’s in the same role repeatedly. While on location in Marseille shooting "French Connection II," he reflects on his constant drive and need for rest, revealing a melancholic side to a man lauded for his achievements in the film industry.
He dreams fondly of retiring. He's aware that somebody, somewhere made a big mistake... Hackman doesn't believe it for one minute.
He works hard, humbly and honestly on about three pictures a year... I need six months rest. You start drying up after a while.
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