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" The way James Franco goes to new projects, he does it the way an artist should, which is with a question mark. Like, will this work? "
Fred Armisen
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" I am opposed to vacations and leisure. I try to make every day a work day. Even if there's nothing on my schedule, I will try do at least one task that is work-related. "
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" Every music journalist I've ever met has been stunningly beautiful. "
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