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A little recognition is not a bad thing because it means people appreciate your work. The only problem is when you can't walk down the street or have a meal without people looking at you. I want to be the one looking at people.
Viggo Mortensen
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Viggo Mortensen
Age: 66
Born: 1958
Born: October 20
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I think if you don't say something it's lying by omission. I personally think it's immoral.
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You can't really go back to where you came from. I don't think any of us can.
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To strive for something better - at least there's a chance.
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When people say that entertainers should know your place, they might as well say the same thing about plumbers and teachers and cab drivers. We all should be able to express our views.
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