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“The talented actor needs craft. When you do a stage play, you do it once each night in chronological order. In a film you're going to wind up doing a scene 15-20 times, just by the nature of the process. If I tell you a joke once, it's funny. The more times I tell, the less funny it is. How do you get to the point where you can laugh again? You also may have to cry again and again.”

Quote by Martin Landau

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Martin Landau is an esteemed American film and television actor, renowned for his exceptional performances across various mediums. Born on June 20, 1928, he gained widespread recognition for his role in the 'Star Wars' franchise. Landau's career has been marked by numerous awards, including an Academy Award. more

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