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And the writers are good in that it's easy to memorize, and good writing has an innate rhythm to it. And I've always felt that it's easier to get in your head than writing that has very kind of mind busting moments.

Glenn Close

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Glenn Close
Age: 77
Born: 1947
Born: March 19
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