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In a daydream sort of way, I think it would be pretty cool to direct a movie. But I have been on movie and TV sets and know it is hard work. I like directing it in my mind. It is easier.

Michael Connelly

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Michael Connelly
Age: 68
Born: 1956
Born: July 21
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