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If you go into a bar in most places in America and even say the word poetry, you'll probably get beaten up. But poetry is a really strong, beautiful form to me, and a lot of innovation in language comes from poetry.
Jim Jarmusch
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If you go into a bar in most places in America and even say the word poetry, you'll probably get beaten up. But poetry is a really strong, beautiful form to me, and a lot of innovation in language comes from poetry. — Jim Jarmusch

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Jim Jarmusch was a Director from United States (1953–present).

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This quote is attributed to Jim Jarmusch, a Director from United States.
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Jim Jarmusch lived from 1953 – present.