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"Every actress has a line she'll draw, where she'll say, This I will do and this I won't. For me, everything has to be important to the story and the director has to be able to tell me why"

- Sheryl Lee

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Sheryl Lee's quote speaks with the importance of limits and self-regard in the acting profession. As a starlet, she understands that there are specific roles and scenes that she may not be comfy with, and that it is necessary to draw a line and understand when to state no. She also emphasizes the significance of the story and the director's vision, which she needs to comprehend why a particular scene or function is essential for the story. This quote speaks to the value of having a strong sense of self and knowing when to defend yourself, while also respecting the director's vision and the story. It is a pointer that as an actress, it is very important to be aware of your own limits and to be able to communicate them in a respectful and expert way.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Sheryl Lee somewhere between April 22, 1967 and today. He was a famous Actor from USA. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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