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Quote by Sydney Pollack

“I didn't grow up thinking of movies as film, or art, but as movies, something to do on a Saturday afternoon.”

Quote by Sydney Pollack

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Sydney Pollack, born on July 1, 1934, was an accomplished film director from the United States. His work spanned a variety of genres, including drama, biography, and war films. Pollack was renowned for his exceptional directing skills and deep understanding of actors, earning multiple Academy Award nominations throughout his career. more

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