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As far as the filmmaking process is concerned, stars are essentially worthless - and absolutely essential.
William Goldman
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William Goldman
Age: 87 †
Born: 1931
Born: August 12
Died: 2018
Died: November 16
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Highland Park
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S. Morgenstern
Harry Longbaugh
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