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“I do remember when I first read the script of the 92 In The Shade. I was in the house at Nicholas Beach, and that gang was starting to break up, and I read this terribly well-written dialogue, not figuring out that films are about structure and the thing was totally unstructured, and I thought, "Who is this writer? God, he's great."”

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Margot Kidder
Margot Kidder

Margot Kidder, born on October 17, 1948, is a renowned actress. She gained fame in the 1970s and 1980s for her roles in films, most notably as Lois Lane in the 'Superman' series. Kidder's acting career spanned various types of films and television shows, and her performances were widely appreciated by audiences. more

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