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70. It's odd. I see her as an actress who is vastly talented in vastly different roles.

Mon Oct 15, 2018, 11:18 AM

Oct 2018

You couldn't get more contrast in her roles in Sophie's Choice and in The Bridges of Madison County. A Polish refugee from Nazi Germany to an Italian war bride living in Iowa. Out of Africa and Rikki and the Flash. She seems to relish the diversity of her roles.

Could you tell me why you came to this conclusion?

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Who is your all time favorite film actress? [View all] CTyankee Oct 2018 OP

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Yes she was. Ingrid Bergman also comes to mind... CTyankee Oct 2018 #2

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She's my pick, too... CTyankee Oct 2018 #6

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Really? No offense or shade but...why does she seem Laura PourMeADrink Oct 2018 #59

It's odd. I see her as an actress who is vastly talented in vastly different roles. CTyankee Oct 2018 #70

Yes, diverse roles for sure. But to me ..same mannerisms. Laura PourMeADrink Oct 2018 #85

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She Devil, 1989. irisblue Oct 2018 #97

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