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“There are a couple of things that we did not get to do last season [of Mary and Jane]. There was one that we had written and then we had to excise it and still have not gone back to it.”

Quote by Deborah Kaplan

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Deborah Kaplan, born on November 11, 1970, is a talented screenwriter known for her profound character development and engaging storytelling. Her works have brought unforgettable movie experiences to audiences worldwide. more

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