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I did direct two short movies. I learned many things, and one of the things I learned was that I am not a director. It has to be visceral, and it's not for me. I feel much more comfortable acting.

Vincent Cassel

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Vincent Cassel
Age: 58
Born: 1966
Born: November 23
Actor
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Paris
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