You see a script, and you say, 'Oh, I can play the heck out of that,' talk to your agent, and he says they don't want to see you. That's heartbreaking.
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I'm trying as hard as I can to keep pushing the boundaries of what a woman is capable of doing. And it turns out there's a lot we can do. There's a lot we can speak about.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the potential of women to achieve great things and challenge societal boundaries.
Rita Moreno's quote expresses her commitment to expanding the perception of women's capabilities. She highlights the importance of recognizing and celebrating the diverse skills, contributions, and voices of women, suggesting that there are no limits to what women can accomplish and how much they can express themselves in various domains.
Themes
WomenCapabilityBoundariesPotentialInspiration
In practice
Example use cases
In a women's empowerment seminar to inspire attendees.
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I've always had this image of this strong, sprightly person who is undaunted by anything; on the contrary, I was one of the shyest, most unsure people you ever met in your life. But I have one very specific quality: I'm plucky. I really am. I would say that's a perfect description of my personality.
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I was determined that with perseverance and faith, at some point, someone would say, 'This girl has talent,' and would cast me in something meaningful.
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