Amy Poehler Quotes

Ang Lee's been nominated for best director for "Life of Pi," which is what I'm going to call the six weeks after I take this dress off.

Amy Poehler

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• Ang Lee's been nominated for best director for "Life of Pi," which is what I'm going to call the six weeks after I take this dress off.

  

  Amy Poehler
  • Life
  • Director
  • Dress off