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“In every take, that you're not sure of what they're going to cut and paste together and what the arc or the purpose or the intention of your character's journey will be in the story. You don't have control. Sometimes that's wonderful, and sometimes that can be scary.”

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Shannyn Sossamon

Shannyn Sossamon is an American actress born on October 3, 1978. She has gained acclaim for her performances in various films and television shows, such as 'The Corpse Bride', 'Detachment', and 'The Lord of the Rings trilogy'. more

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