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“I think I'm an actor. You can hire me. I can do a good job. But you also have to get lucky now and then. Every film-maker knows how hard it is to do a good film. You have to just make many, and see how lucky you get.”

Quote by Rutger Hauer

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Rutger Hauer is a renowned Dutch actor known for his exceptional performances in the film industry. Born on January 23, 1944, he gained international fame with his role in the 1982 science fiction film 'Blade Runner'. Hauer's career spans various types of films and television series. more

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