‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’: Revisiting Miranda Priestly’s Iconic Quotes As Meryl Streep Is All Set To Return for Sequel!
From the time Meryl Streep decided to enter films after a promising career on stage, the actress has never delivered anything less than a sublime performance. While true-blue film buffs have hardly skipped any film in her superlative filmography, the movie that resonates most with Gen-Z is The Devil Wears Prada. Meryl Streep made the character of Miranda Priestly, the ruthless, demanding and authoritarian boss, one for the history books. The movie also enjoys cult status in pop culture, with her many dialogues finding their way in general conversations. There has hardly been any female villains in Hollywood who are as compelling and fun to watch as Miranda Priestly. Meryl Streep To Reprise Her Role in ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ Sequel?.
Reports suggest that makers are ready for a sequel of The Devil Wears Prada. Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt are reportedly already on board while there is still some uncertainty over the presence of Anne Hathaway who played Andrea Sachs. This is huge news as Meryl Streep is known not to take up sequels, the only exception being Mamma Mia. As excitement builds up about The Devil Wears Prada 2 let us revisit some of Miranda Priestly’s iconic quotes from the film.
This line perfectly sums up the personality of Miranda Priestly. She is a boss who expects that her assistants will know what is on her mind even without her mentioning it. And if they do not get it right then be prepared for the worst. ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ Sequel: Disney Revives Fashion Drama With Original Screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna.
“The Tales of Your Incompetence Do Not Interest Me”
Miranda Priestly says this to Emily Charlton (Emily Blunt) after she faces a medical emergency. This shows the absolute ruthlessness with which she does her tasks, and expects the same from her colleagues.
“Did You Fall Down and Smack Your Little Head on the Pavement?”
It takes just one icy cold sentence from Miranda Priestly to berate someone’s hard work. Everyone who is deemed incompetent in her world is fired without any remorse. This line is very popular on social media.
“Is There Some Reason That My Coffee Isn’t Here? Has She Died or Something?”
Even the death of an employee who would just a mere inconvenience to Miranda Priestly. This line is just what she wants from the staff of Runway magazine. If she wants something, she better get it, ON TIME!
“Florals? For Spring? Groundbreaking”
Cool, calm and sarcastic AF, this is how Miranda Priestly shuts down what she feels is dull, boring and unimaginative. This sounds fun when used casually, but no one would enjoy it if our bosses took some inspiration from Priestly.
“Please Bore Someone Else With Your Questions”
In Miranda Priestly’s world, there is no room for spoon-feeding or counter questioning. Employees are expected to figure out things without bothering her at all. This might sound hostile but surely builds self-reliance.
“Truth Is, There’s No One Who Can Do What I Do”
This is the truth about Miranda that howsoever brutal she is, Priestly is the brain behind Runway. We also understand the immense personal sacrifices she makes as she loves the job.
It is always a joy to watch Meryl Streep on screen. From Deer Hunter to The Iron Lady, fans can write pages on her films and performances. Reports suggest that The Devil Wears Prada 2 is about declining revenues for print media. We are sure the theme will resonate with millions of publishing houses, editors and writers out there. ‘That’s All’ in the public domain for now!
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