Caves Quote by Mariette Hartley
“I was uncomfortable because I had never been that nude before. I had never shown my legs, and never shown quite that much skin. I always played frigid doctors or the plain sisters who got the guy at the end. What did I know from ladies in caves who ate only meat? And when the outfit came in, I never thought of myself that way. I mean, I always thought of myself as having my father's chest. I was very self-conscious.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: TV Talk Show, 1990s
She expresses discomfort with revealing her body, feeling self‑conscious due to past roles and expectations.
In simple terms: She felt uneasy showing skin because of past image.
Key Takeaway
Accept your body and challenge old self‑images.
Themes
self‑image
body confidence
media influence
Mood
vulnerable
reflective
Type
personal
candid
When to use this quote
- acting auditions
- public appearances
- personal growth
- media interviews
Key Concepts
identity
self‑consciousness
gender roles
Questions to Reflect On
- How have past roles shaped your self‑perception?
- What steps can you take to feel comfortable in your skin?
A Different Perspective
She may still be influenced by external judgments and internalized standards.
