Almost Quote by Mary Lynn Rajskub
“I hadn't even watched '24' before, and the audition was kind of far away. When I got the material, there wasn't a character yet, so it almost seemed like an assistant to Jack Bauer saying, 'Yes, sir. No, sir.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comedy Central's The Daily Show, 2012
An actor may feel like a background assistant when a role isn’t fully defined.
In simple terms: Feeling like an assistant when role unclear.
Seek clarity on character purpose.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- audition
- script reading
- character workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define your contribution?
- What steps help you claim agency?
Even assistants can shape the story.