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I don't know whether its been up before, but which is your favourite Coen bros film
For me its Fargo, closely followed by millers crossing (great soundtrack)
I've not seen Fargo...... really like O Brother!!
The Man Who Wasn't There
From what I can remember I've only seen fargo and O'Brother.
Thought they were equally as good as each other.
Enjoyed them both.
Seen most of them, favourite is O Brother Where Art Thou?
Originally posted by 8-]
I've not seen Fargo...... really like O Brother!!
Make it a new years resolution to watch it
For me it's a tie between <i>Fargo</i> and <i>The Big Lebowski</i> very, very closely followed by <i>O brother</i>
Although, having said that, Barton Fink's pretty good as well :)
Edit: I'll echo Wayne here. 8-], if you haven't seen Fargo, try to. It's a top film :thumbs: :)
The Big Lebowski, cause it has classic dialogue like:
Maude Lebowski: What do you do for recreation?
The Dude: Oh, the usual. Bowl, drive around. The occasional acid flashback.
I think they are all fantastic , If I had to pick one it would be between The Big Lebowski and Miller's Crossing (when it eventually comes out on DVD)
I've been wanting to watch Fargo ever since it came out but just haven't gotten around to it. :(
Will definitely try to watch it soon :thumbs:
Originally posted by 8-]
I've been wanting to watch Fargo ever since it came out but just haven't gotten around to it. :(
Will definitely try to watch it soon :thumbs:
There's apparently going to be a special edition next march (See here ) , so it might be worth hanging on if you're thinking of getting the DVD - You can either get the new one or pick up a bargain on the classifieds when everyone starts selling the old version :)
Originally posted by RT
There's apparently going to be a special edition next march (See here ) , so it might be worth hanging on if you're thinking of getting the DVD - You can either get the new one or pick up a bargain on the classifieds when everyone starts selling the old version :) Looks promising. Thanks for the info :thumbs:
I'll wait for the SE. :)
Raising Arizona is my fave .... Laugh out loud funny from start-to-finish ... with my favourite dialogue ....
"Do u have any funny-shaped balloons?"
"Only if u find round balloons funny" :lol:
1. Fargo
2. Miller's Crossing
3. Hudsucker Proxy
4. Raising Arizona
5. O Brother.....
6. The Big Lebowski
7. The man who...
8. Blood Simple
I've got O'Brother (2 disc R2) & The Big Lebowski (R1) on DVD and they are class films IMO but I too haven't seen Fargo so thanks RT for the info on the SE, which I will get when it's released.
1. O Brother...
2=. Hudsucker, Arizona, Fargo, Lebowski
6=. The Man who..., Blood Simple
Must get a hold of Miller's crossing someday...
Originally posted by Listy
I've got O'Brother (2 disc R2) & The Big Lebowski (R1) on DVD and they are class films IMO but I too haven't seen Fargo so thanks RT for the info on the SE, which I will get when it's released.
If you like the Big Lebowski and O' Brother I reckon you won't be disappointed by Fargo :)
Fargo for me.
Originally posted by Kryten
Fargo for me.
me too! The leg in the wood chopper scene is so good, disturbing and funny at the same time.
No doubt...The Big Lebowski.
Jeff Bridges at an all time best. :thumbs:
It's a throw up between The Big Lebowski and O Brother Where Art Thou both films you could watch endlessly.
So I'm the only person to think 'O'Brother' is their worst movie ?
In terms of pure entertainment value then 'The Big Lebowski' is king, but 'Blood Simple' and 'Fargo' are all together classier movies...
Usually it's The Big Lebowski for its dialogue, but Fargo and The Man Who Wasn't There are also some of my favourites. :thumbs:
Miller's Crossing
The Coens, after a run 9 stunning movies over the last 18 years, are far & away my favourite contributers to film. I don't think any other actor, Director or otherwise could boast this amazing feat.
For rewatchvalue I can watch any of the stupendous comedies (O Brother, Big Lebowski, Hudsucker Proxy and Raising Arizona) over and over and over. Each one is genius in it's own way. Each acquiring slightly different taste in comedy.
But their dramas, albeit admittedly still with a slight comic edge, are just as equally amazing. Miller's Crossing, Fargo, Man Who and Blood Simple are all excellent film noir set in some very different decades.
However the black sheep of the flock is the superb Barton Fink. Whilst it has the same noir-esque feel of the latter, it has some excellent black comedy moments that wouldn't be amiss in the first bach mentioned. This one is probably closer to Man Who than any of the others.
I haven't seen Barton Fink and Miller's Crossing for a couple of years now, but have seen the others (some more than once) within the last couple of months. I really can't wait for BF and MC DVD releases.
So what would everyone say are the best versions to own of each movie ? I'd guess something like:
Blood Simple - R1
Hudsucker Proxy - R1
Raising Arizona - UK R2
Fargo - Upcoming UK R2
Big Lebowski - R1
O Brother Where Art Thou ? - UK R2 2 Disc
Man Who Wasn't There - Japanese R2 NTSC 2 Disc
My fave is definitely Big Lebowski, followed by Fargo.
My least favourite is Hudsucker Proxy. Just didn't do anything for me.
I'm still yet to see Blood Simple, but I'd like to. Is it any good? How does it rate between Lebowski and Hudsucker??
the coen brothers are genius' sent from above to entertain us all. the big lebowski is their best so far but they have never made a bad film, who else can say that after 9 attempts.
Originally posted by The Bear
I'm still yet to see Blood Simple, but I'd like to. Is it any good? How does it rate between Lebowski and Hudsucker??
It's completely different to Lebowski and Hudsucker, more comparable to Fargo and The Man Who Wasn't There if you've seen them. Personally I think it lacks something compared to their later work, but I know there are plenty of people who really like it so it's definitely worth watching.
Originally posted by JamesW
It's completely different to Lebowski and Hudsucker, more comparable to Fargo and The Man Who Wasn't There if you've seen them. Personally I think it lacks something compared to their later work, but I know there are plenty of people who really like it so it's definitely worth watching.
Blood Simple is just class - The performances are all immaculate and the almost dialogue-free second act along with a truly excellent ending make it a legend in my opinion.
Originally posted by LouBarlow
So I'm the only person to think 'O'Brother' is their worst movie ?
In terms of pure entertainment value then 'The Big Lebowski' is king, but 'Blood Simple' and 'Fargo' are all together classier movies...
I still haven't seen O' Brother :( I have wanted to for a while but don't want to buy it just rent/borrow it and I haven't had time to do so yet. But I do like almost all their other movies, so what is so bad in your opinion about O' Brother?
Blood Simple is just class - The performances are all immaculate and the almost dialogue-free second act along with a truly excellent ending make it a legend in my opinion.
Great, great stuff. :notworthy:
My favourites are still Fargo and The Big Lebowski though.
Marge Gunderson: Say Lou, didya hear the one about the guy who couldn't afford personalized plate so he went and changed his name to J3L2404?
Lou: Yah, that's a good one.
"This isn't 'Nam this is bowling - there are rules..."
Big Lebowski - 10/10
Barton Fink - 10/10
Man Who Wasn't There - 10/10
Hudsucker Proxy - 9/10
Raising Arizona - 8/10
Blood Simple - 8/10
O Brother Where Art Thou ? - 7/10
Haven't seen Fargo yet, will probably get the R2 when it's released. I love their films!
Originally posted by Kryten
I still haven't seen O' Brother :( I have wanted to for a while but don't want to buy it just rent/borrow it and I haven't had time to do so yet. But I do like almost all their other movies, so what is so bad in your opinion about O' Brother?
Dunno mate - its not bad at all, just not upto the usual standards we come to expect from the bro's.
I will watch again over the weekend and will no doubt change my mind totally :)
'Miller's Crossing' for me - fantastic music, atmosphere, pace, Gabriel Byrne and Albert Finney are class as is John Turturro (as per usual). The 'Danny Boy' tommy-gun scene is a one of my favourite scenes ever.
It's a tie in second place - 'The Big Lebowksi' and 'O Brother Where Art Though'. O Brother is my favourite 'feel good film'.
O Brother Where Art Thou? was my favourite.
My top five Coen's:
1. Fargo
2. The Big Lebowski
3. Raising Arizona
4. The Man Who Wasn't There
5. Blood Simple
The Big Lebowski for the funniest fight scene I have seen for a long time.
Crime Wave.
I've only watched 'The Big Lebowski' so far after buying it and enjoyed it muchly (a world of pain!) :clap:
Was going to buy Fargo but then i found a special edition is due in the new year i believe so i'll just have to wait :brickwall
Was never sure about 'O Brother...' but you can bet its on my 'must-watch!' list now :thumbs:
But for now just put me down for Big Lebowski :shocker:
Without a shadow of a doubt "The Big Lebowski".
One of the most re-watchable films I own,
I even bought the book of the script and started drinking White Russians
:nuts:
Originally posted by kjn6371
Crime Wave.
Written by the Coens, directed by Sam Raimi.
Great film though:thumbs:
[QUOTE]Originally posted by Tob
[B]'Miller's Crossing' for me - fantastic music, atmosphere, pace, Gabriel Byrne and Albert Finney are class as is John Turturro (as per usual). The 'Danny Boy' tommy-gun scene is a one of my favourite scenes ever.
could'nt agree more.When i ask people if they have seen it and they reply no then i tell them they are missing one of the best scenes ever to be in a movie.
Barton Fink for me
(although Big Lebowski is a masterpiece.)
<b>Miller's Crossing</b>
Watching it is like mainlining pure cinema. The script, the acting, the cinematography, the sheer talent on display. It's just that good.
Then:
<b>The Big Lebowski
Barton Fink
Fargo
The Man Who Wasn't There
Raising Arizona
The Hudsucker Proxy
Blood Simple
O Brother Where Art Thou</b>
Although Blood Simple with the spoof commentary climbs up ahead Raising Arizona.
The Hudsucker Proxy
You know, for kids... :)
The Big Lebowski.:notworthy :rocker:
Miller's Crossing for me. A perfect film and the first Coen movie I ever saw - have been completely hooked ever since.
Thinking I ought to get Hudsucker now, can anyone confirm why R1 is supposedly the best??
Big Lebowski. I must know most of the dialogue off by heart the number of times I`ve seen this....
but all their films are genius. Must rewatch my copy of Millers Crossing though.
For me its Fargo, closely followed by millers crossing (great soundtrack)
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I've not seen Fargo...... really like O Brother!!
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The Man Who Wasn't There
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From what I can remember I've only seen fargo and O'Brother.
Thought they were equally as good as each other.
Enjoyed them both.
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Seen most of them, favourite is O Brother Where Art Thou?
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Originally posted by 8-]
I've not seen Fargo...... really like O Brother!!
Make it a new years resolution to watch it
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For me it's a tie between <i>Fargo</i> and <i>The Big Lebowski</i> very, very closely followed by <i>O brother</i>
Although, having said that, Barton Fink's pretty good as well :)
Edit: I'll echo Wayne here. 8-], if you haven't seen Fargo, try to. It's a top film :thumbs: :)
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The Big Lebowski, cause it has classic dialogue like:
Maude Lebowski: What do you do for recreation?
The Dude: Oh, the usual. Bowl, drive around. The occasional acid flashback.
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I think they are all fantastic , If I had to pick one it would be between The Big Lebowski and Miller's Crossing (when it eventually comes out on DVD)
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I've been wanting to watch Fargo ever since it came out but just haven't gotten around to it. :(
Will definitely try to watch it soon :thumbs:
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Originally posted by 8-]
I've been wanting to watch Fargo ever since it came out but just haven't gotten around to it. :(
Will definitely try to watch it soon :thumbs:
There's apparently going to be a special edition next march (See here ) , so it might be worth hanging on if you're thinking of getting the DVD - You can either get the new one or pick up a bargain on the classifieds when everyone starts selling the old version :)
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Originally posted by RT
There's apparently going to be a special edition next march (See here ) , so it might be worth hanging on if you're thinking of getting the DVD - You can either get the new one or pick up a bargain on the classifieds when everyone starts selling the old version :) Looks promising. Thanks for the info :thumbs:
I'll wait for the SE. :)
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Raising Arizona is my fave .... Laugh out loud funny from start-to-finish ... with my favourite dialogue ....
"Do u have any funny-shaped balloons?"
"Only if u find round balloons funny" :lol:
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1. Fargo
2. Miller's Crossing
3. Hudsucker Proxy
4. Raising Arizona
5. O Brother.....
6. The Big Lebowski
7. The man who...
8. Blood Simple
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I've got O'Brother (2 disc R2) & The Big Lebowski (R1) on DVD and they are class films IMO but I too haven't seen Fargo so thanks RT for the info on the SE, which I will get when it's released.
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1. O Brother...
2=. Hudsucker, Arizona, Fargo, Lebowski
6=. The Man who..., Blood Simple
Must get a hold of Miller's crossing someday...
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Originally posted by Listy
I've got O'Brother (2 disc R2) & The Big Lebowski (R1) on DVD and they are class films IMO but I too haven't seen Fargo so thanks RT for the info on the SE, which I will get when it's released.
If you like the Big Lebowski and O' Brother I reckon you won't be disappointed by Fargo :)
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Fargo for me.
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Originally posted by Kryten
Fargo for me.
me too! The leg in the wood chopper scene is so good, disturbing and funny at the same time.
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No doubt...The Big Lebowski.
Jeff Bridges at an all time best. :thumbs:
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It's a throw up between The Big Lebowski and O Brother Where Art Thou both films you could watch endlessly.
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So I'm the only person to think 'O'Brother' is their worst movie ?
In terms of pure entertainment value then 'The Big Lebowski' is king, but 'Blood Simple' and 'Fargo' are all together classier movies...
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Usually it's The Big Lebowski for its dialogue, but Fargo and The Man Who Wasn't There are also some of my favourites. :thumbs:
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Miller's Crossing
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The Coens, after a run 9 stunning movies over the last 18 years, are far & away my favourite contributers to film. I don't think any other actor, Director or otherwise could boast this amazing feat.
For rewatchvalue I can watch any of the stupendous comedies (O Brother, Big Lebowski, Hudsucker Proxy and Raising Arizona) over and over and over. Each one is genius in it's own way. Each acquiring slightly different taste in comedy.
But their dramas, albeit admittedly still with a slight comic edge, are just as equally amazing. Miller's Crossing, Fargo, Man Who and Blood Simple are all excellent film noir set in some very different decades.
However the black sheep of the flock is the superb Barton Fink. Whilst it has the same noir-esque feel of the latter, it has some excellent black comedy moments that wouldn't be amiss in the first bach mentioned. This one is probably closer to Man Who than any of the others.
I haven't seen Barton Fink and Miller's Crossing for a couple of years now, but have seen the others (some more than once) within the last couple of months. I really can't wait for BF and MC DVD releases.
So what would everyone say are the best versions to own of each movie ? I'd guess something like:
Blood Simple - R1
Hudsucker Proxy - R1
Raising Arizona - UK R2
Fargo - Upcoming UK R2
Big Lebowski - R1
O Brother Where Art Thou ? - UK R2 2 Disc
Man Who Wasn't There - Japanese R2 NTSC 2 Disc
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My fave is definitely Big Lebowski, followed by Fargo.
My least favourite is Hudsucker Proxy. Just didn't do anything for me.
I'm still yet to see Blood Simple, but I'd like to. Is it any good? How does it rate between Lebowski and Hudsucker??
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the coen brothers are genius' sent from above to entertain us all. the big lebowski is their best so far but they have never made a bad film, who else can say that after 9 attempts.
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Originally posted by The Bear
I'm still yet to see Blood Simple, but I'd like to. Is it any good? How does it rate between Lebowski and Hudsucker??
It's completely different to Lebowski and Hudsucker, more comparable to Fargo and The Man Who Wasn't There if you've seen them. Personally I think it lacks something compared to their later work, but I know there are plenty of people who really like it so it's definitely worth watching.
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Originally posted by JamesW
It's completely different to Lebowski and Hudsucker, more comparable to Fargo and The Man Who Wasn't There if you've seen them. Personally I think it lacks something compared to their later work, but I know there are plenty of people who really like it so it's definitely worth watching.
Blood Simple is just class - The performances are all immaculate and the almost dialogue-free second act along with a truly excellent ending make it a legend in my opinion.
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Originally posted by LouBarlow
So I'm the only person to think 'O'Brother' is their worst movie ?
In terms of pure entertainment value then 'The Big Lebowski' is king, but 'Blood Simple' and 'Fargo' are all together classier movies...
I still haven't seen O' Brother :( I have wanted to for a while but don't want to buy it just rent/borrow it and I haven't had time to do so yet. But I do like almost all their other movies, so what is so bad in your opinion about O' Brother?
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Blood Simple is just class - The performances are all immaculate and the almost dialogue-free second act along with a truly excellent ending make it a legend in my opinion.
Great, great stuff. :notworthy:
My favourites are still Fargo and The Big Lebowski though.
Marge Gunderson: Say Lou, didya hear the one about the guy who couldn't afford personalized plate so he went and changed his name to J3L2404?
Lou: Yah, that's a good one.
"This isn't 'Nam this is bowling - there are rules..."
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Big Lebowski - 10/10
Barton Fink - 10/10
Man Who Wasn't There - 10/10
Hudsucker Proxy - 9/10
Raising Arizona - 8/10
Blood Simple - 8/10
O Brother Where Art Thou ? - 7/10
Haven't seen Fargo yet, will probably get the R2 when it's released. I love their films!
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Originally posted by Kryten
I still haven't seen O' Brother :( I have wanted to for a while but don't want to buy it just rent/borrow it and I haven't had time to do so yet. But I do like almost all their other movies, so what is so bad in your opinion about O' Brother?
Dunno mate - its not bad at all, just not upto the usual standards we come to expect from the bro's.
I will watch again over the weekend and will no doubt change my mind totally :)
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'Miller's Crossing' for me - fantastic music, atmosphere, pace, Gabriel Byrne and Albert Finney are class as is John Turturro (as per usual). The 'Danny Boy' tommy-gun scene is a one of my favourite scenes ever.
It's a tie in second place - 'The Big Lebowksi' and 'O Brother Where Art Though'. O Brother is my favourite 'feel good film'.
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O Brother Where Art Thou? was my favourite.
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My top five Coen's:
1. Fargo
2. The Big Lebowski
3. Raising Arizona
4. The Man Who Wasn't There
5. Blood Simple
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The Big Lebowski for the funniest fight scene I have seen for a long time.
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Crime Wave.
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I've only watched 'The Big Lebowski' so far after buying it and enjoyed it muchly (a world of pain!) :clap:
Was going to buy Fargo but then i found a special edition is due in the new year i believe so i'll just have to wait :brickwall
Was never sure about 'O Brother...' but you can bet its on my 'must-watch!' list now :thumbs:
But for now just put me down for Big Lebowski :shocker:
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Without a shadow of a doubt "The Big Lebowski".
One of the most re-watchable films I own,
I even bought the book of the script and started drinking White Russians
:nuts:
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Originally posted by kjn6371
Crime Wave.
Written by the Coens, directed by Sam Raimi.
Great film though:thumbs:
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by Tob
[B]'Miller's Crossing' for me - fantastic music, atmosphere, pace, Gabriel Byrne and Albert Finney are class as is John Turturro (as per usual). The 'Danny Boy' tommy-gun scene is a one of my favourite scenes ever.
could'nt agree more.When i ask people if they have seen it and they reply no then i tell them they are missing one of the best scenes ever to be in a movie.
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Barton Fink for me
(although Big Lebowski is a masterpiece.)
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<b>Miller's Crossing</b>
Watching it is like mainlining pure cinema. The script, the acting, the cinematography, the sheer talent on display. It's just that good.
Then:
<b>The Big Lebowski
Barton Fink
Fargo
The Man Who Wasn't There
Raising Arizona
The Hudsucker Proxy
Blood Simple
O Brother Where Art Thou</b>
Although Blood Simple with the spoof commentary climbs up ahead Raising Arizona.
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The Hudsucker Proxy
You know, for kids... :)
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The Big Lebowski.:notworthy :rocker:
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Miller's Crossing for me. A perfect film and the first Coen movie I ever saw - have been completely hooked ever since.
Thinking I ought to get Hudsucker now, can anyone confirm why R1 is supposedly the best??
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Big Lebowski. I must know most of the dialogue off by heart the number of times I`ve seen this....
but all their films are genius. Must rewatch my copy of Millers Crossing though.
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