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“As we applaud the hard-edged realism of the opening battle scene of Saving Private Ryan, we cringe at the thought of seeing the same on the nightly news.We are told it would be pornographic.”

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Tim Robbins
Tim Robbins

Tim Robbins, born on October 16, 1958, is a renowned American actor, director, and screenwriter. He gained worldwide fame for his portrayal of Andy Dufresne in the 1994 film 'The Shawshank Redemption,' for which he was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor. Beyond his acting career, Robbins is also active in social and political causes, making him a versatile artist. more

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