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She asked me what type of contraceptive I use. Underwear. Keeping it on prevents pregnancy.

Melina Marchetta

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Melina Marchetta
Age: 59
Born: 1965
Born: March 25
Screenwriter
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Sydney
NSW
Carmelina Marchetta
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Underwear

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