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Quote by John Ford

“To be quite blunt, I make pictures for money, to pay the rent.There are some great artists in the business. I am not one of them.”

Quote by John Ford

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John Ford was an American film director renowned for his Western films. His works hold a significant place in film history and have had a profound impact on directors that followed. more

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