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“A pessimist is an optimist in disguise–a disguise that will never work.”

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Book:Afterthoughts: Wisdom for the Unreflective

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Afterthoughts: Wisdom for the Unreflective

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Richard Ayoade, born on June 12, 1977, is a British comedian, director, and screenwriter. He is known for his unique sense of humor and deep understanding of the art of film. Ayoade gained widespread recognition for his performance in the film 'The Triplets of Belleville', after which he began to venture into directing and screenwriting, with works including 'About Steve' and 'House of Cards'. more

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