Quote by Mindy Kaling

Woody Allen is really the ultimate. I love that he believed in himself enough to do what he did. And I have that same feeling - that there's nobody that looks like me in movies, nobody would cast me as a romantic lead, but I want to do it and I feel confident that I can.

Woody Allen is really the ultimate. I love that he believed

Summary

This quote expresses admiration for Woody Allen's self-belief and determination to pursue his own artistic vision despite the absence of representation in movies. The speaker relates to Allen's experience, feeling that they too face challenges as someone who doesn't fit the typical romantic lead role. However, they share Allen's confidence and assert that they are capable of defying conventions and succeeding in those roles nonetheless. It conveys a message of resilience, determination, and self-assurance in chasing one's dreams outside societal expectations.

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