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“When it goes wrong, you feel like cutting your throat, but you go on. You don't let anything get you down so much that it beats you or stops you.”

Quote by George Cukor

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George Cukor
George Cukor

George Cukor, born on July 7, 1899, and died on January 24, 1983, was an outstanding film director from the United States. His career spanned over half a century, and he was renowned for his profound understanding of film art and his exquisite directorial skills. Cukor's works were diverse, ranging from classic Hollywood to the New Hollywood era, and he always maintained a passion and pursuit for film art. more

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