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“I don't really have a method or a technical process. I studied [Sanford] Meisner, and that's the thing that really works for me. That sort of instinctual, in the moment, what the other actors do, working off them and letting the story unfold, as opposed to having an idea of what the story should be.”

Quote by Maria Bello

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Maria Bello, born on April 18, 1967, is an accomplished American actress known for her remarkable performances in both film and television. She gained widespread recognition for her role in 'The Departed' and 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit'. Bello's acting career began on stage and has since expanded to television and film. more

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