I always hated high-school shows and high-school movies, because they were always about the cool kids. It was always about dating and sex, and all the popular kids, and the good-looking kids. And the nerds were super-nerdy cartoons, with tape on their glasses. I never saw 'my people' portrayed accurately.

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their dislike for high-school shows and movies that often focus on the experiences of the "cool kids" who are popular, good-looking, and involved in dating and relationships. The speaker criticizes how such media often portrays nerdy characters in exaggerated and unrealistic ways, which does not accurately represent their own experiences or the experiences of people they can relate to. This quote highlights the speaker's desire for more authentic and diverse portrayals of individuals who are not part of the mainstream social scene in high school.

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