And if real life was like the movies, I should have lived happily ever after.
Meaning of the quote
In the movies, stories often end with the main characters living happily ever after. But in real life, things don't always work out that way. The quote suggests that if life was like the movies, the speaker would have had a perfect, fairy-tale ending. However, the reality is that real life is more complicated, and there isn't always a happy conclusion.
About Piper Laurie
Piper Laurie was an acclaimed American actress known for her roles in iconic films like The Hustler, Carrie, and Children of a Lesser God. She also appeared in popular TV shows like The Thorn Birds and Twin Peaks, and received numerous prestigious awards and nominations throughout her illustrious career.
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