Quote by Famke Janssen

Everybody gets typecast in movies, but you have to make wise choices. I'd say around 90 percent of movie casting is about the way you look, so you have to fight that. If producers had their way, I'd only be in action films, but I'm interested in a more varied career than that.

Everybody gets typecast in movies, but you have to make wise

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This quote highlights the challenge of being typecast in the film industry and the importance of making strategic choices to overcome this limitation. The speaker acknowledges that appearance often determines casting decisions, with approximately 90 percent of roles being based on looks. However, they express their determination to resist being pigeonholed into one genre and strive for a diverse and fulfilling career beyond action films. It conveys the need to navigate industry expectations while advocating for personal artistic growth and professional flexibility.

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