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“Jobs' incredible skill was as a storyteller, a salesman. He could captivate our imaginations and reel us in. He was more P.T. Barnum than Thomas Edison.”

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Alex Gibney
Alex Gibney

Alex Gibney is a renowned documentary filmmaker known for his in-depth investigative and exposé-style works. His films cover a range of topics from politics, society, and law, and are recognized for their unique perspective and rigorous storytelling. more

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