A Conversation with Alan Rickman (Part 1)

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A Conversation with Alan Rickman (Part 1)

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Mar 28, 2013

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In Part 1, Neil deGrasse Tyson chats with Alan Rickman about the craft of acting, the problems with the education system, and how he chooses and prepares for roles.

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Mar 28, 2013

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