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“You always have to remember in this business that the public doesn't care about us. It's very important to keep that in mind. If there is a public perception at all, they see the producer as a big old guy who smokes a cigar and has lots of money and lots of power. That's not what a producer is and, if it ever was what a producer was, it certainly hasn't been for a long time.”

Quote by Marshall Herskovitz

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Marshall Herskovitz

Marshall Herskovitz is an accomplished American film director known for his significant contributions to the film and television industry. Born on February 23, 1952, he co-founded the production company Herskovitz/Zwick/Cook with Ed Zwick in 1979. His work spans a variety of genres, including drama, romance, and comedy, with many of his films earning critical acclaim and awards. more

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