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Quote by Peter Bart

“That's how you get surprises, because what movies are all about is surprises.”

Quote by Peter Bart

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Peter Bart is an accomplished journalist, born on July 24, 1932. He has had a career spanning over fifty years in the news industry, known for his sharp observations and in-depth investigative reporting. more

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