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film by Hiller [1982]

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Author! Author! is a 1982 American comedy-drama film directed by Arthur Hiller. The film stars Al Pacino as an overwhelmed playwright struggling to balance his career and personal life. The movie explores themes of family, ambition, and the challenges faced by artists in the entertainment industry. Despite its star-studded cast, the film received mixed reviews and is considered one of Hiller's less successful ventures compared to his earlier works like Love Story.12

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