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And if hollywood has taught us anything, it's that cool props and special effects are not enough. story comes first. everything depends on story.
-Patrick Rothfuss
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And If Hollywood Has Taught Us Anything,

Patrick Rothfuss
And if hollywood has taught us anything, it's that cool props and special effects are not enough. story comes first. everything depends on story.
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