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“I think you should do rehearsal and work at it, but when the camera rolls, you should be ready. Try to make it good the first time.”

Quote by Oliver Stone

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Oliver Stone is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer known for his profound social and political commentary and unique narrative style. His films often focus on historical events and figures, such as 'Natural Born Killers', 'Wall Street', and 'Nixon', which have not only been commercially successful but also widely acclaimed. more

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