Quote by Wallace Shawn

In terms of number of movies, I've been in an extraordinary amount. If you count only the minutes I'm onscreen, it's not so long.

In terms of number of movies, I've been in an extraordinary

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This quote signifies that although the individual has been a part of numerous movies, their actual screen time might not be significant. It implies that their presence or impact within each movie may be brief or limited. The quote suggests that the quantity of movies an individual has been involved in does not necessarily equate to substantial or noteworthy onscreen presence.

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