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“What I want any genre to do, what I want any work of art to do, is to illuminate the human condition.”

Quote by Nicholas Meyer

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Nicholas Meyer, born on December 24, 1945, is an accomplished American screenwriter known for his contributions to television and film, particularly for his innovative re-interpretations of classic science fiction works. more

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