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When it's working, what acting is really about is getting into the essence of a moment in a creative, joyous way - through whatever frees you up.

Lili Taylor

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Lili Taylor
Age: 57
Born: 1967
Born: February 20
Actor
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Glencoe
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Lili Anne Taylor
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