Quote by Brett Ratner

Miami Beach - that's where I grew up, in a middle-class Jewish family led by my maternal grandfather. Me, my great-grandmother - a Holocaust survivor, who was my roommate - my grandparents, my mom and her brother all shared a four-bedroom house.

Miami Beach - that's where I grew up, in a middle-class Jewi

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In this quote, the speaker describes their upbringing in Miami Beach within a middle-class Jewish family. The speaker highlights the family dynamics, mentioning their maternal grandfather as the leader and their great-grandmother, a Holocaust survivor, as their roommate. The tight living arrangements are briefly mentioned, with the speaker, their great-grandmother, grandparents, mother, and uncle all sharing a four-bedroom house. This quote provides a glimpse into the speaker's background, showcasing the cultural and historical influences present in their upbringing.

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By Brett Ratner

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