"I made a commitment to myself; that I wanted to be an actress, and I wanted to do films that make a difference. It has to move people."

People, Commitment, Difference

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"I made a commitment to myself; that I wanted to be an actress, and I wanted to do films that make a difference. It has to move people."

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