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“I'm really glad to have made a movie that way on Superbad, because I learned a lot about what can be done and what the limitations are.”

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Greg Mottola
Greg Mottola

Greg Mottola is an American filmmaker known for his distinctive sense of humor and profound insights into social phenomena. His works include 'Superbad' and its sequels. more

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