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Quote by Marian Seldes

“An actress spends a lifetime observing people. You build up a mental library. No, not a library. Make that a repository.”

Quote by Marian Seldes

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Marian Seldes was a highly regarded film actress celebrated for her diverse and nuanced performances. Born on August 23, 1928, she passed away on October 6, 2014. Seldes had a lengthy and distinguished career in cinema, demonstrating her talent across a variety of roles. more

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