Acting Quote by Marilyn Monroe
“This industry should behave like a mother whose child has just run out in front of a car. But instead of clasping the child to them, they start punishing the child. Like you don't dare get a cold. How dare you get a cold! I mean, the executives can get colds and stay home forever and phone it in, but how dare you, the actor, get a cold or a virus. You know, no one feels worse than the one who's sick. I sometimes wish, gee, I wish they had to act a comedy with a temperature and a virus infection.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Unknown source, 1950s
The industry punishes workers for minor illnesses while executives avoid consequences, showing double standards.
In simple terms: Industry punishes sick workers, protects executives.
Key Takeaway
Advocate fair treatment for all employees.
Themes
fairness
workplace
double standards
Mood
frustrated
critical
Type
social commentary
critique
When to use this quote
- sick leave policies
- employee health
- management accountability
Key Concepts
ethical responsibility
labor rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policies protect vulnerable workers?
- What incentives change executive behavior?
A Different Perspective
Executives may claim health concerns, but systemic pressure remains.
