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“I did watching my films with an audience at the beginning when we went to Sundance and we screened The Savages there. I watched it, and I was just praying to God it worked, because we weren't even finished. I was just hoping it worked, so half of it was just, "Phew."”

Quote by Tamara Jenkins

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Tamara Jenkins, born on May 2, 1962, is a talented screenwriter known for her profound emotional depth and unique narrative style. Her works have brought many touching stories to the audience. more

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