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I dont have a sense of entitlement or that I deserve this. Youd be surprised at the lack of competition between nominees
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"I don't have a sense of entitlement or that I deserve this. You'd be surprised at the lack of competition between nominees - I think a lot of it's imposed from the outside. Can I have my champagne now?"

- Cate Blanchett

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This quote by Cate Blanchett speaks to the idea that competitors between nominees is typically overemphasized by the public. She implies that the competition is not as intense as it is made out to be, which she does not feel entitled to any awards she may get. Instead, she is humbly grateful for any recognition she may get. This quote likewise speaks to the concept that awards events are frequently more about the spectacle than the actual awards. Blanchett is asking for her champagne, which is a sign of the event and glamour of the occasion. This quote shows that Blanchett knows the importance of awards events, but also that she is not taking them too seriously.

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Australia Flag This quote is written / told by Cate Blanchett somewhere between May 14, 1969 and today. She was a famous Actress from Australia. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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