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I have a profound respect for cinematographers. That is my secret sauce. Like they are everything to me.

Jake Gyllenhaal

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Jake Gyllenhaal
Age: 44
Born: 1980
Born: December 19
Actor
Film Actor
Stage Actor
Television Actor
Voice Actor
LA
California
Jacob Benjamin Gyllenhaal
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It's funny to me that people find other people getting coffee really interesting, or walking their dog in the dog park.
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Being a star doesn't last. That's not what life should be about. It's a complete illusion that really has nothing to do with you. For me, finding out about life is the most important thing.
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