I could never play the ingenue, the girl next door or the very successful young doctor. That would be a bore.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that Jennifer Jason Leigh doesn't want to play simple, basic roles. She finds it boring to portray the typical "girl-next-door" or "young, successful doctor" characters. Instead, she prefers more complex, interesting roles that challenge her as an actress.
About Jennifer Jason Leigh
Jennifer Jason Leigh is an acclaimed American actress who began her career on television in the 1970s. She has received critical praise for her performances in films like Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Last Exit to Brooklyn, and The Hateful Eight, for which she was nominated for a Golden Globe and Academy Award. Leigh has also had a successful stage career, making her Broadway debut in 1998.
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