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“The thing I noticed, have learned the most about directors, is: when they're very confident in themselves, they're open to creativity from other people. If they're scared or nervous, then they shut off and nobody's ideas [count].”

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Geena Davis is an American actress renowned for her performances in film and television. Born on January 21, 1956, she gained fame in the 1980s and 1990s with her roles in comedy and action movies. She won an Academy Award for her performances in 'The Accidental Tourist' and 'Forrest Gump'. more

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“The ratio of male to female characters in movies has been exactly the same since 1946. So if you've ever had people say, you know, "It's better now, it's all changed, it's all different," it's not, it hasn't. Not yet.”

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“They called and said, "I know we're not supposed to even tell you, but you've been offered to play the President." And I said, "OK. Say yes." And they were like, "Do you want to read it maybe?" And I was like, "No, I just want to be the president."”

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