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“Once you make a movie like 'Superbad,' when it's popular and you're the lead, you get offered all kinds of things and there's a temptation to make bad movies either for the money or to maintain your relevance in pop culture.”

Quote by Jonah Hill

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Jonah Hill, born on December 20, 1983, is an accomplished actor from the United States. Known for his versatile performances in both comedies and dramas, Hill has won the admiration of audiences and critical acclaim. more

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