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“I don't go to the movies much anymore. There's very little that draws me. I watch mostly the older stuff, and I often don't sit through the new films.”

Quote by William Friedkin

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William Friedkin

William Friedkin, born on August 29, 1935, is a renowned American film director. His works are characterized by tense and stimulating plots and profound social significance, with notable films including 'The Deer Hunter' and 'The French Connection'. more

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