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" It's much easier to play supporting roles because that's what I do in my life: I support my son. "

Frances McDormand

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" I've given just as much of my life to that, and I practiced it with the same zeal, as I have acting. And I think that many of my skill sets from being a housewife I used for producing. Because you don't stop until it's done. "

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