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I really enjoyed working with New Zealanders as crew members, as teammates. They're great, and it's a beautiful country. It's one of the most beautiful places I've ever been, and I've traveled quite a bit.

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Viggo Mortensen
Age: 66
Born: 1958
Born: October 20
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