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“The technology is really where all of the changes have taken place, but the fundamentals of a good story being the basis of every good picture, and really the only basis still remains the rule, more so today, I think, because we've unfortunately weaned an audience from birth to kind of mindless movies.”

Quote by Richard D. Zanuck

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Richard D. Zanuck
Richard D. Zanuck

Richard D. Zanuck (December 13, 1934 - July 13, 2012) was a legendary American film producer and one of the most influential figures in Hollywood history. The son of studio mogul Darryl F. Zanuck, he produced over 60 films during his 50-year career, including iconic blockbusters like Jaws and The Sting. He won two Academy Awards for Best Picture and was credited with helping establish the summer blockbuster era. Zanuck passed away in Beverly Hills at age 77. more

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