Samuel L. Jackson On The Takeaway From His Latest Role: 'Old People Have A Lot To Give Us'

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Samuel L. Jackson On The Takeaway From His Latest Role: 'Old People Have A Lot To Give Us'

When it comes to range, we all know Samuel L. Jackson has it. But in his latest role, the actor deemed 'Hollywood's Most Bankable Star' still manages to play a […]

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