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Pollack is saying that the screenplay is the foundation of a movie. Without a strong script, the rest of the film is unlikely to work as well. He also suggests that nothing matters more to a movie than the script.
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Originally said in English.
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About Sydney Pollack
American film director, producer, and actor
Sydney Pollack was an American film director, producer, and actor. He is known for directing studio films that earned both commercial success and critical respect, and for a career that lasted more than 40 years. His work brought him many honors, including two Academy Awards and two Primetime Emmy Awards, along with nominations for three Golden Globe Awards and six BAFTA Awards. He is remembered for a body of work that moved between directing, producing, and acting in mainstream film.
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