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“You need to be disciplined and you need to try to occupy a zone of acting that is always quite scary because you don't think you're doing anything.”

Quote by James Purefoy

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James Purefoy is a British actor born on June 3, 1964. He has made a name for himself in both film and television, particularly known for his roles in historical and period dramas. more

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