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My films can be considered political action against the tyranny of good taste.
John Waters
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John Waters
Age: 78
Born: 1946
Born: April 22
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Ever feel like killing somebody just to see if you could get away with it? Sure, you have. Everybody has little things that get on their nerves.
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