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With BSG, sci-fi is the human experience taken beyond the envelope. When I first became involved with the project, I kne
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"With BSG, sci-fi is the human experience taken beyond the envelope. When I first became involved with the project, I knew that I would be able to play a human being for many years, exploring and reflecting on issues that would impact people's lives"

- Mary McDonnell

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This quote by Mary McDonnell speaks to the power of science fiction as a medium for exploring the human experience. By taking the genre beyond the envelope, Battlestar Galactica (BSG) had the ability to check out issues that would have a real influence on individuals's lives. McDonnell was drawn to the job since it allowed her to play a human being for many years, and to check out and review these issues. This quote speaks with the power of science fiction to check out the human experience in such a way that is both amusing and thought-provoking. It also talks to the power of McDonnell's performance, as she had the ability to bring these concerns to life in such a way that resonated with audiences. Ultimately, this quote speaks to the power of science fiction to check out the human experience in a meaningful and impactful method.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Mary McDonnell somewhere between April 28, 1952 and today. She was a famous Actress from USA. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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