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People always say to me, What's wrong with Hollywood? They don't want to make female-driven movies. And that's not where the problem lies. It lies with us, in society. When we make these movies, nobody goes to see them.
Charlize Theron
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Charlize Theron
Age: 49
Born: 1975
Born: August 7
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City of Lakes
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