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“All I know is that I've made some big screw-ups, and I've done some things that have done all right. I just keep trying to learn from the mistakes I've made.”

Quote by J. J. Abrams

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J. J. Abrams, born on June 27, 1966, is an American television producer renowned for his work in the science fiction and fantasy genres. His works include 'Star Trek: Into Darkness', 'Lost', and 'Star Trek: Discovery'. Abrams is praised for his handling of complex storylines and deep emotional insight into his audience. more

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