Hollywood Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
“In Hollywood, the women are all peaches. It makes one long for an apple occasionally.”
About This Quote
A witty observation that women in Hollywood are uniformly appealing, yet the speaker occasionally desires something different, highlighting a yearning for variety beyond the familiar.
In simple terms: Desire for variety amid uniform beauty.
Key Takeaway
Even in abundance, novelty is sought.
Themes
celebrity culture
gender perception
desire for novelty
humor
social commentary
Mood
wry
playful
reflective
Type
aphor
observation
humorous remark
When to use this quote
- talking about Hollywood gossip
- discussing dating preferences
- analyzing media representation
Key Concepts
beauty standards
media stereotypes
human longing
Practical Applications
- creative writing
- social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this say about our expectations of attractiveness?
- How does humor reveal deeper social truths?
