Quote by Matthew Lillard

Something like 'Without a Paddle' does really well at the box office and I'm like, 'Oh, here we go.' In 'Without a Paddle' I'm the romantic lead - great! A comedy and that's what America wants. Then it did nothing for me and I went into kind-of a work abyss. I just didn't get another shot.

Something like 'Without a Paddle' does really well at the bo

Summary

This quote highlights the experience of an actor who had high expectations for success after starring in a popular film like "Without a Paddle". Initially optimistic, the actor thought being the romantic lead in a comedy would be well-received by American audiences. However, despite the film's commercial success, it ultimately had no positive impact on the actor's career. This led to a period of struggle and lack of opportunities, leaving them feeling stuck in a work abyss without another chance to prove themselves.

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By Matthew Lillard

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