Quote by Paul Feig

For years, it's driven me crazy that women don't have better roles, especially in comedies. I know so many funny women but I always felt... misogynist streak is too strong a term - but a dismissiveness.

For years, it's driven me crazy that women don't have better

Summary

This quote expresses frustration with the lack of substantial and dynamic roles for women, particularly in the comedy genre. The speaker acknowledges the presence of talented and funny women but laments the prevalence of dismissiveness or an underlying misogynistic sentiment that prevents them from being given better opportunities. While hesitating to label it a full-blown misogynist streak, the quote highlights the underlying bias or disregard faced by women in entertainment when it comes to the portrayal of multifaceted, comedic roles.

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