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“Polisse' is the sort of cop thriller where people do things like angrily bang on a desktop or sweep everything off it. If it happens once, it must happen six times. But every time it did, I wanted to stand up and cheer, which I've never wanted to do for any such thriller.”

Quote by Wesley Morris

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Wesley Morris is a renowned journalist, born in 1975. His career spans various fields, including news, commentary, and investigative reporting. Morris is known for his in-depth investigations and sharp insights into social issues. more

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