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“I've worked with some very good directors and some very bad ones. I learned a great deal from both. From the bad, untalented people, you learn what not to do. And when you work with very highly talented people, you want to emulate them.”

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Tommy Lee Jones

Tommy Lee Jones, born on September 15, 1946, is an American actor renowned for his tough guy persona. He has won an Academy Award for Best Actor and is celebrated for his exceptional performances in films. more

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