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So much time is wasted on trying to be better than others.
Elijah Wood
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Elijah Wood
Age: 43
Born: 1981
Born: January 28
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Film Actor
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Elijah Jordan Wood
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I initially thought it was going to feel weird to be [on Sundance] while [the marches against now-President Donald Trump] was happening. And feel disconnected in that way that feels irresponsible. But the other side of it is that there are people here who believe the right things that are trying to make a difference with art.
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Dream the impossible because dreams do come true.
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On a superficial level, I like girls with dark hair - I'm a sucker for that.
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