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Barbara Kopple: Quick Facts

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Born July 30, 1946 (age 80) • New York City • New York
Awards And Honors Academy Award
Notable Works “American Dream” • “Harlan County U.S.A.” • “Miss Sharon Jones!” • “Shut Up & Sing”

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