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I like to act in films, I like to shoot 'em, I like to direct 'em, I like to be around 'em. I like the feel of it and it's something I respect. It doesn't make any difference whether it's a crappy film or a good film. Anyone who can make a film, I already love. But I feel sorry if they don't put any thought in it because then they missed the boat.

John Cassavetes

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John Cassavetes
Age: 59 †
Born: 1929
Born: December 9
Died: 1989
Died: February 3
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