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“When we lived in Juneau, Alaska, it was a town of about 7,000 people, and totally isolated; the only way to get to it was by ship.”

Quote by John Hawkes

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John Hawkes is an American film actor known for his performances in independent films. Born on September 11, 1959, he gained widespread acclaim for his roles in 'Winter's Bone' and 'The Tree of Life'. more

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