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“There's a level of immersion that is perfect and there's a level that, for my taste, starts to actually exceed what the screen can provide. At that point, you're kind of overexceeding yourself.”

Quote by James Mangold

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James Mangold is an American film director known for his work in action, adventure, and superhero movies. His career began in television directing, and he later transitioned to film, where he has directed several successful commercial films. more

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