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“When you develop an entire feature length film from scratch the challenge is developing an entire feature length film from scratch! - the world and all of it's characters need to be created. There is no story/plot - all you have is a blank sheet of paper.”

Quote by Nathan Greno

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Nathan Greno is a film director known for his unique perspective and creativity in the film industry. His life and specific contributions are not well-documented at this time. more

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