Quote by Minnie Driver

In England, with all due respect, we have some of the plainest actresses in the entire world as our greatest.

In England, with all due respect, we have some of the plaine

Summary

This quote suggests that despite the praise for English actresses, their beauty may not match that of actresses from other parts of the world. It implies that while English actresses may be talented, they might lack the same level of physical attractiveness as their international counterparts. The statement is made with a tone of respect, acknowledging the exceptional acting abilities of English actresses while also acknowledging their perceived simplicity in terms of appearance.

By Minnie Driver

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