I loved the idea of the Nerd as Hero, which Ghost World also had.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that Illeana Douglas enjoyed the concept of a nerdy character being portrayed as the hero in the movie "Ghost World." This shows that she appreciated stories where the underdog or unconventional person is the main character, rather than the typical popular or cool hero.
About Illeana Douglas
Illeana Douglas is an American actress and filmmaker who has appeared in several acclaimed TV shows, including Six Feet Under and Action. She has received various awards for her performances, and currently hosts specials on Turner Classic Movies focusing on unheralded women directors from film history.
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