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In 'Dying of Politeness,' Geena Davis says Susan Sarandon taught her to speak up

In 'Dying of Politeness,' Geena Davis says Susan Sarandon taught her to speak up

FromNPR's Book of the Day


In 'Dying of Politeness,' Geena Davis says Susan Sarandon taught her to speak up

FromNPR's Book of the Day

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Length:
8 minutes
Released:
Oct 25, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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Geena Davis is no stranger to the spotlight. But in her new memoir, Dying of Politeness, the Academy Award-winning actor remembers growing up full of insecurities and self-criticisms. She tells Rachel Martin that acting gave her the "ability to be somebody else" – and over time, she gained her confidence by watching none other than her Thelma and Louise co-star, Susan Sarandon, walk through the world with her head held high.
Released:
Oct 25, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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