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I'm an independent filmmaker with complete creative control of my films. i hire who i want. i have final cut. but at the same time, i go directly to hollywood for financing and distribution. i find it's best for me to work within the hollywood system.
-Spike Lee
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I'm An Independent Filmmaker With Complete Creative

Spike Lee
I'm an independent filmmaker with complete creative control of my films. i hire who i want. i have final cut. but at the same time, i go directly to hollywood for financing and distribution. i find it's best for me to work within the hollywood system.
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