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“You have this certain about of responsibility to play a fictitious character and you have a script that's guiding you and the other information of the custom department's choices, and the set department, "Where are you," and all those other pieces of information but you have to cull from your imagination the answer to all the unasked questions. And with a real person, there's someone to get that information from, perhaps.”

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Melissa Leo
Melissa Leo

Melissa Leo is an accomplished American actress known for her remarkable performances in both film and television. Born on September 14, 1960, she has been active in the entertainment industry since the 1990s. Leo is celebrated for her roles in independent films and mainstream cinema, with her performance in 'The Departed' earning her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She has also received numerous other awards and nominations, including Golden Globe and Tony Awards. more

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