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Since I've had some success, story and character are always the two elements I think about first in material presented to me. Some of my choices have been more successful than others.
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If I don't love my character, I can't do it.
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Kaley Cuoco
In some roles you do that very hard work where, at some point into rehearsals, where all of a sudden it snaps into place. You feel like the soul of this character is now dwelling in you.
Mercedes Ruehl
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Molly Parker
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Bess Myerson
I'm constantly looking for ways to learn and elevate your craft, patience for yourself, and patience for this business. It's not a fair business. You may be great, but it may take years for someone to notice what you're capable of because of politics.
Aldis Hodge
I have never had another job and I don't have a mortgage.
Alison Moyet
Since I've had some success, story and character are always the two elements I think about first in material presented to me. Some of my choices have been more successful than others.
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