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“My working life is me doing what I want to do. This is that. I've made movies that people don't go to see.”

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Steven Soderbergh

Steven Soderbergh, born on January 14, 1963, is a renowned film producer from the United States. Known for his unique storytelling style and diverse film themes, his works include 'sex, lies, and videotape', 'Traffic', and 'Ocean's Eleven'. more

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