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“Making 'Birdsong,' on the one hand you have how prestigious it is and the reputation of the book, which is something that's an extraordinary piece of work. Sebastian Faulkes is a genius. So you feel that responsibility when you're portraying that character that he's imagined and millions of readers have pictured.”

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Eddie Redmayne

Eddie Redmayne, born on January 6, 1982, is a highly talented British actor. He gained widespread attention for his role in the film 'Hannibal', and won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in 'The Danish Girl'. Redmayne's performances are deeply appreciated by audiences, and he has demonstrated exceptional acting skills in numerous films. more

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