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“I got a job at Metro and went in to see Louis Mayer, who told me he wanted me to be a producer. I said I wanted to write and direct. He said, "No, you have to produce first, you have to crawl before you can walk." Which is as good a definition of producing as I ever heard.”

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Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Joseph L. Mankiewicz

Joseph L. Mankiewicz was an American film director, screenwriter, and producer, known for his profound understanding of the art of film and his unique visual style. He held a significant position in the film industry during the mid-20th century and was involved in the production of many classic films. more

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