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“I found two true stories. One was in 2003. One was the beginning of 2004. I decided to meld them. Richard Davis' story which is the largest portion of this, a lot of the events are exactly as you saw, exactly what happened and the locations. Exactly as it was said with the chicken house and the strip club. Richard's parents were on the set and they'll tell you that the story is different than their son's. I was very concerned because I called them to say, 'You understand I'm fictionalizing this story?”

Quote by Paul Haggis

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Paul Haggis is a renowned American screenwriter known for his profound storytelling and complex character development. His works span a variety of genres, from political thrillers to family dramas, showcasing his deep insight into human emotions. more

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