Good Question
Posted by Amanda on 11/3/08 in Random Ramblings, Why I'm Weird
In an attempt to find something to write about and equally inspired by Angela and my love of Inside the Actor’s Studio, I bring you…
The Bernard Pivot Questionnaire (aka those questions James Lipton asks famous people when they come on ItAS):
Q: What is your favorite word?
A: It used to be plump, which got me into trouble when I would call my sister that just to say it. (She didn’t share my love of the word.) Now, I think it may be whimsical.
Q: What is your least favorite word?
A: Panties. Ick.
Q: What turns you on?
A: Humor and laughter. Anyone who is funny or makes me laugh is automatically more attractive in my eyes.
Q: What turns you off?
A: Blatant ignorance or close-mindedness. I try to listen to all sides of any argument (key word being try) so I hate when people aren’t even open to listening to other people. (I’m looking at you, Sean Hannity!)
Q: What is your favorite curse word?
A: (Parents: close your eyes) Fuck. It’s so very versatile. Also, I mutter “curse” a lot to myself at minor annoyances (mainly, public transportation). Not the f-word. Just the word “curse”.
Q: What sound do you love?
A: The opening notes of the overture of any musical. It fills me with excitement. Also, really synchronized tap dancing.
Q: What sound do you hate?
A: Really unsynchronized tap dancing. And, it’s cliche, but nails on a chalkboard or anything that reminds me even slightly of it. It makes me absolutely nauseous.
Q: What profession other than yours would you like to attempt?
A: Well, as I don’t have a profession yet, I’ll assume it means “other than the one I’m currently pursuing.” For years, all I wanted to do was be a theater actor, and I really miss being on stage, so I’ll go with that.
Q: What profession would you not like to participate in?
A: So many! I have a list. I think insurance salesmen pretty much incapsulates everything I wouldn’t want in a job. Boring. Desks. Angry people. Money being of prime importance. Also, right now, investment banker.
Q: If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the Pearly Gates?
A: Relax. You did good.
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My favorite questionnaire moment ever was Sean Penn’s favorite curse word. He took a big deep breath in, pursed his lips and uttered, “Dentist.” Loved it.
Also, Tina Fey is getting “nerds” pretty damn popular, too.
And overtures can be quite fantastic, too.
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