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You know, it was a small, independent movie and with Paramount becoming involved, it was obviously a good thing, but you
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"You know, it was a small, independent movie and with Paramount becoming involved, it was obviously a good thing, but you can't put a round peg in a square hole"

- Ray Liotta

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This quote by Ray Liotta is describing the trouble of attempting to fit something into a space that it doesn't belong. In this case, he is describing a small independent movie that was handled by Paramount, a large studio. The quote is suggesting that although it was an advantage that Paramount ended up being involved, it was not always the ideal fit. It is like trying to put a round peg into a square hole, it just does not fit. The quote is recommending that although it was a good idea that Paramount became included, it was not always the best fit for the small independent motion picture. It resembles trying to put a round peg into a square hole, it just doesn't fit. The quote is a pointer that sometimes, even if something is a good thing, it might not be the right suitable for the scenario. It is necessary to consider the context and the environment before making a decision.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Ray Liotta somewhere between December 18, 1955 and today. He was a famous Actor from USA. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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