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There are expectations in how you play your character as a black woman, to be sassy and the same kind of feel, as if there are no quirky black women. I struggle with those things constantly, trying to add dimension to my work, and that's the goal, too.

"Exclusive! Nicole Beharie Talks Career Choices, Burden Of Representation, Being An “It” Girl & More". Interview with Vanessa Martinez, www.indiewire.com. August 27, 2011.
There are expectations in how you play your character as a black woman, to be sassy and the same kind of feel, as if there are no quirky black women. I struggle with those things constantly, trying to add dimension to