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“When somebody would come in with a sketch that was not so good, you figured out in a room how to make that sketch work.”

Quote by Robert Ben Garant

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Robert Ben Garant

Robert Ben Garant is an American screenwriter born on September 14, 1970. He is known for his work in film and television, particularly for his comedies. more

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