Overcoming Challenges in Hollywood

An actress recounts a meeting with a Hollywood casting director who questions her role due to her identity as a Black woman. Initially hurt by his comments, she contemplates quitting but ultimately finds strength in his acknowledgment of her talent. She decides to embrace her identity and assert her place in Hollywood, realizing that she belongs regardless of others' opinions.

What was the casting director's main concern about casting the speaker in a movie?

• Her ability to work with Tom Cruise

• Her marketability as a Black actress

• Her acting skills

• Her experience in Hollywood

How did the speaker initially feel after the meeting with the casting director?

• Deeply hurt and considering quitting

• Indifferent to the comments

• Excited about future opportunities

• Motivated to work harder

What realization helped the speaker overcome the negative comments?

• That the comments were actually a compliment

• That she was not alone in her struggles

• That she could prove the director wrong

• That she had a strong support system

What did the speaker ultimately decide about her place in Hollywood?

• She realized she belonged in Hollywood

• She felt she needed more training

• She decided to leave Hollywood

• She wanted to change her career path

What did the speaker give herself permission to do after the meeting?

• To change her appearance

• To seek advice from other actors

• To take up space in Hollywood

• To take a break from acting