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“The biggest challenge in making movies, boring but true answer is money - you never have enough, so everything gets bootstrapped to death! I learned not only how to be better filmmakers because of it but better janitors, better drivers and better negotiators with cops who wanted to shut me down. You have to get creative.”

Quote by Negin Farsad

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Negin Farsad is a celebrated comedian known for her satirical commentary on Middle Eastern American experiences. Born in 1978, she has made a substantial impact in the comedy world with her distinctive perspective and humor. more

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