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“The-one of the odd things that's going on with smoking these days is that in the '90s, smoking at movies in the '90s, there were more movies showing smoking than there were in the '60s.”

Quote by Joe Eszterhas

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Joe Eszterhas is a renowned American screenwriter, born on November 23, 1944. His works span across various mediums including film, television, and books, known for his sharp wit and profound insights. more

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