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Florence Pugh Says It’s “Exhausting” Being a Woman in Industry, Calls Out Beauty Standards

The Hollywood Reporter
Story by Lexy Perez
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Florence Pugh opens up about the exhausting challenges women face in Hollywood, vowing to challenge industry norms and double standards.
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  • Pugh has been candid about her refusal to fit into stereotypes, saying: 'I'm not nasty — I hope people think I'm kind. But there are fine lines women have to stay within, otherwise they are called a diva, demanding, problematic.'
  • With over a decade in the industry, Pugh has witnessed the scrutiny women face, recalling how Keira Knightley was criticized for her appearance, and vowing to 'help young women coming into this industry by making conversations happen where they weren't before.'
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