I have, in some ways, saved characters that have been marginalized by society by playing them - and having them still have dignity and still survive, still get through it.
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I'm not interested in being perfect when im older. Im interested in having a narrative. It's the narrative that's really the most beautiful thing about women.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the value of personal stories over the pursuit of societal ideals of perfection.
Jodie Foster expresses that, rather than striving for perfection in her later years, she values the richness of her life's narrative. She suggests that the unique experiences and stories that shape a person are far more significant and beautiful than conforming to a standard of perfection, particularly for women, who may often be held to unrealistic ideals.
Themes
NarrativePerfectionStoriesWomenBeauty
In practice
Example use cases
In an acceptance speech to highlight the importance of personal experience.
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