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It was very much about performances, the whole ensemble thing was just great - everybody working together. Sometimes it didn't feel like a film set. It wasn't technically driven, it was very, very enjoyable
Cillian Murphy
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Cillian Murphy
Age: 48
Born: 1976
Born: May 25
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