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“I bought the book, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. I paid to have it made into a play and I played in it for six months. I came back and I tried to make it into a movie, without success.”

Quote by Kirk Douglas

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American film actor born on December 9, 1916. Kirk Douglas is renowned for his exceptional performances in the film industry, particularly for his portrayal of the hard-boiled character in the mid-20th century. He starred in many classic films, such as 'Spartacus' and 'Seven Years in Tibet', and was nominated for multiple Academy Awards for his outstanding acting. more

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