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" I do admit to being challenging, but it's always for the work, it's never personal. I will walk out on a scene if it's all lit and ready to go but it's not happening. "

Debra Winger

Admit

Always

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Give

Great

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Gentleman

Now

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Acting

Time

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Show

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