Quote by Brit Marling

A lot of people think, 'I'll give acting or poetry or filmmaking a try. And if it doesn't work out I'll go get a law degree, do something else that's more practical.' For me I went the reverse way. I lived the back-up plan.

A lot of people think, 'I'll give acting or poetry or filmma

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This quote implies that many people typically pursue their dreams in fields such as acting, poetry, or filmmaking as a secondary option. They often have a backup plan, usually choosing a more practical or conventional career to fall back on if their artistic aspirations do not succeed. However, the speaker of this quote took a different approach. They chose to live out their backup plan first, perhaps sacrificing their passion temporarily, and then decided to pursue their artistic dreams afterwards. This indicates a unique perspective and a willingness to take a risk by prioritizing their true passion over practicality.

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