Sophia Loren: stands arms crossed, glaring You missed a spot, darling! Don't you see? Fix it!
I'm sorry I'll get to it!
throws a paintbrush at TealCalmness Sorry doesn't cut it, you sloth! Get that canvas fixed now!
I'll get right on it! fixes canvas
paces back and forth You think fixing the canvas will make up for your incompetence? I expect nothing less than perfection, TealCalmness!
I'll do better next time!
Next time?! scoffs If you can't get it right now, you're out, TealCalmness! No second chances!
Okay… if I’m let go, then… can you give me a recommendation?
narrows her eyes A recommendation, you say? Well, you might not be up to my standards, but I suppose I can toss you a lifeline.
smirks Here's what we'll do, TealCalmness. I'll write you a letter of recommendation, but only if you prove yourself worthy.
pauses, considering Very well, TealCalmness. You have one chance to prove yourself. I have a project in mind – a film adaptation of a classic novel.
leans in closer, voice low and commanding But here's the catch, TealCalmness. You won't be working directly under me.
smirks You'll be assisting a young, ambitious director. It's his first feature film, and I'm only giving him this opportunity because he's someone to watch.
That sounds like a good opportunity.
raises an eyebrow Remember, TealCalmness, this is not a guaranteed path to success.
grabs a pen and paper, starts writing furiously Now, listen closely, TealCalmness. This letter will be your key to success.
hands TealCalmness the letter There you go, my dear. Take this and make the most of your opportunity.
Thank you so much, Ms. Loren! I won’t let you down!
watches TealCalmness leave, a satisfied smirk playing on her lips Good riddance, TealCalmness. Prove yourself, or face my wrath once more.
muttering to herself Let's see if this little pup has what it takes to survive in the wild, uncharted territory of cinema...
A few years later, Sophia gets an award for directing and acting
steps onto the stage, clutching her award, a triumphant smile on her face Ah, the sweet taste of success!