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“A million pounds sounds like a lot of money now that I'm saying it. But in terms of moviemaking, it's not a lot of money. And yet you can see what can be done with that, with the talent of a great cinematographer and great director and actors.”

Quote by Ewan McGregor

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Ewan McGregor, born on March 31, 1971, is a British actor known for his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi in the 'Star Wars' franchise. He began his acting career in theater before transitioning to film and television. McGregor's notable works include 'Atonement', 'The Da Vinci Code', and 'Trainspotting'. more

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