I have been envious of male characteristics, if not the men themselves. I'm jealous of the ease with which they seem to inhabit their professional pursuits: the lack of apologizing, of bending over backward to make sure the people around them are comfortable with what they're trying to do. The fact that they are so often free of the people-pleasing instincts I have considered to be a curse of my female existence.
Lena DunhamI've never thought of myself as an actor, so somebody recognizing me for that would be a real shock.
Lena DunhamI deserved kisses. I deserved to be treated like a piece of meat but also respected for my intellect.
Lena DunhamFrom what I hear, [ "Fifty Shades of Grey" ] is not a way that I feel like I need to be turned on or like a hole that needs to be filled in me.
Lena DunhamThe way in which you share your body must be a CHOICE. Support these women and do not look at these pictures.
Lena DunhamWomen saying "I'm not a feminist" is my greatest pet peeve. Do you believe that women should be paid the same for doing the same jobs? Do you believe that women should be allowed to leave the house? Do you think that women and men both deserve equal rights? Great, then you're a feminist.
Lena Dunham