Quote by Martha Plimpton

I'm so sick of hearing how there's no strong roles for women. I don't care about strong roles. I just want to see women who are characters! A nun, a serial killer, a housewife, as long as there's some depth there.

I'm so sick of hearing how there's no strong roles for women

Summary

This quote expresses frustration with the prevailing notion that strong roles for women are limited or non-existent in media. The speaker dismisses the emphasis on strength and instead highlights the importance of women being portrayed as fully developed characters. Whether they are a nun, a serial killer, or a housewife, the speaker desires women with depth and complexity, transcending traditional stereotypes and providing more authentic and nuanced portrayals.

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By Martha Plimpton

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