Margaret Qualley Explained Why She Wants To Stop Making "Artsy" Movies, And I'm Scratching My Head A Little

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It's undeniable that Margaret Qualley has already charted a really interesting career for herself when it comes to film roles.

Margaret Qualley with long dark hair wearing a beaded top and pearl earrings, looking directly at the camera

You could argue that her left-of-center choices have contributed greatly to her success — and that certainly includes her turn in The Substance, one of the year's most talked-about movies that seems primed to make a splash in awards season.

Margaret Qualley with styled hair and sparkly eye makeup looks forward, standing against a bold background with large text partially visible

So it was a bit surprising when, in a recent interview with Vogue Australia, Margaret signaled a desire to stop making such choices in her career.

Margaret Qualley in elegant black pleated dress at film festival event

“I think I’ve been in a lot of obscure, arty movies," she said. "And they’re not actually the movies I like to watch. And I think I wanna start being in stuff that I would wanna watch."

Margaret Qualley in vintage-style clothing stands in a dimly lit room, gazing intently at a shadowed figure

"I wanna do movies where I keep my clothes on and I don’t die in the end. The bar is low. I’m so thirsty for a rom-com. I’m manifesting.”

Margaret Qualley on red carpet in a detailed knit outfit. Film festival logo on backdrop

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Margaret did also specify that she's "grateful" for her overall career trajectory thus far. “It’s exciting when something becomes a part of the culture," she said.

Margaret Qualley with curly hair sits on a couch in a cozy living room, looking intently forward, wearing a tank top and necklace

"I think that’s what most artists are setting out to do: put enough of themselves into something that it feels somewhat universal."

Margaret Qualley in elegant black dress with jeweled headpiece and earrings on a red carpet

I mean, I suppose there's nothing wrong with wanting to switch things up a bit. What do you think about Margaret's comments? Spill your guts in the comments.

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