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" The one thing I want to do - and I am doing - is starting my own production company, for me to produce and direct in the future. Have a bit more say and control - become the storyteller more than just the character. I want to choose the story, plant the seed, and watch it grow. I just want to have a bit more involvement. "

Toni Collette

Story

Future

I Am

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Toni Collette

Being

Married

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Toni Collette

Passionate

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