Sylvia Kristel Quotes & Sayings

“The only thing I was trying to portray was serenity. Also, innocence, vulnerability and elegance.”

“I have a talent for happiness. I look with the eyes of a painter, and I see beauty.”

“Back then I didn't think a woman like that, or a relationship like that, could exist with complete freedom and no jealousy or possessiveness. I thought it sounded too good to be true and I was certainly convinced it wasn't the life for me!”

“When a new generation watches the films, people might mention that it has improved their lovemaking. I guess it's because it isn't threatening. It was very sweet and delicate.”

“No one has taken my heart in their hand. I haven't given it... I have lent myself, rented myself out, but never given myself.”

“Self confidence for me is a fragile fleece.”

“Of course it's difficult to top a box office success like Emmanuelle, so it will always be my most important work. But that's nothing to be ashamed of.”

“You're much better off as a love goddess to die around the age of 40.”

“I have to be careful not to be too proud in life, because there is always room for improvement.”

“I love to invent - avoiding the truth. I need to dramatize.”