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“I think we can learn a lot about a person in the very moment that language fails them. In the very moment they they have to be more creative than they would have imagined in order to communicate. It's the very moment that they have to dig deeper than the surface to find words, and at the same time, it's a moment when they want to communicate very badly. They're digging deep and projecting out at the same time.”

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Anna Deavere Smith

Anna Deavere Smith is an American actress, playwright, and director. She is known for her performances on stage and screen, particularly for her roles in 'Fires in the Mirror' and 'House of Cards'. Smith is celebrated for her unique performance style and profound insights into social issues. more

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