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Overheard in L.A.: Shit People Say in Hollywood
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This week's batch of Overheard in L.A. quotes tackles the entertainment biz: the things actresses say at auditions, writers say to each other and then how that ultimately translates to the audience.
Our Overheard in L.A. feature relies on you to send us the strange conversations you overhear in this city. Send them our way at tips@laist.com. (In the e-mail, put "overheard" in the subject and tell us who said it, where they said it and any amusing context.)
Shit Actresses Say
"It's only been about 4 dates, but I already know its gonna work out for us..."
At an audition via @KrysMarshall on Twitter
But Who's Judging?
"Hollywood, I guess its not all [parties] and blow jobs."
At a set inside a "filthy, downtown LA warehouse" via @geoffstults on Twitter
Not Into Parties and Blow Jobs?
"Sorry, I don't do the whole Hollywood game."
via @BrettGursky on Twitter
From the Writers' Room
"I've now watched porn with every writer except you."
At an office via @Finch0917 on Twitter
You Said It First
"It just came to me; it's a very raw idea, and it might not even have the right to exist."
via @Splurgos on Twitter
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Four Word Movie Reviews
Arclight employee: "What movie did you see?"
Patron: "Tinker Tailor...Whatever Whatever"
via @TNTjackieG on Twitter
How to Pick 'Em
"It's easy, don't date girls who are excited about the movie "The Vow."
via @jennymaymeyers on Twitter
Dreams Really Do Come True
"I got baby King Cobra eggs in my bag! King Cobra eggs, bitch!!"
Corner of Hollywood and Vine via @reneewinter on Twitter
Sanity Isn't Cheap
"Man, if I could only have the money the folks in my office spend on psychiatrists every day, I'd be so rich..."
Lunchtime conversation via @Quizzicalbee on Twitter
That's What They All Say
"My sister just turned 37. She's dating a 73 year old. But he's a young 73."
At yoga class via @iamdebbiem on Twitter
Blessings in Disguise
"There isn't a Skrillex remix in the whole world for how I'm feeling right now."
via @anakincarver on Twitter
If a Dieter Goes on a Juice Fast in a Forest...
"You ever meet anyone who's quietly on a juice diet?
Cocktail chatter via @cocodot on Twitter
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Why They Call It the Least Coast
"I heard New Yorkers don't like ranch dressing, so I could never live there."
via @TiMikkel on Twitter
It Starts Young
4-year-old girl: "Traffic is hooorrrrrible!"
Overheard at Metropolis II at LACMA via @mlee525 on Twitter
Home Alone IV
"Oh shit, honey, don't forget the baby."
At the airport via @AmandaJoy on Twitter
No, That's a Compliment!
Man 1: "Glenn?"
Man 2: "No."
Man 1: "Oh, you piss just like Glenn."
In the bathroom via @jbenoitfilm on Twitter
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