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“I just went through my childhood attic with my sister. I'm not an expert, and I don't mean to put myself in that category, but thinking about Malcolm Gladwell and the 10,000 hours, I was like, Here are my 10,000 hours!”

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Zoe Kazan
Zoe Kazan

Zoe Kazan is an American actress known for her impressive performances in independent films. Born on September 9, 1983, she has gained recognition for her work in films such as 'Midnight in Paris' and 'Frances Ha'. more

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