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Conversely, the most powerful thing an actor can say is "no." If something is presented and it's a stereotypical role or something, you can say no to that, and that's very powerful.

"'Star Trek Beyond' stars on 'uncomfortable conversations,' Sulu's sexual orientation and the future". Interview with Marc Bernardin, www.latimes.com. July 21, 2016.
Conversely, the most powerful thing an actor can say is no. If something is presented and it's a stereotypical role or something, you can say no to that, and that's very powerful.