And I had a big opportunity with Richard Brooks, The Professionals, which is really a magnificent movie.
Meaning of the quote
Claudia Cardinale, an Italian actress, is talking about a great movie she had the chance to be in called "The Professionals." She says it was a wonderful experience working with the director, Richard Brooks, and that the movie itself is truly amazing.
About Claudia Cardinale
Claudia Cardinale, an Italian actress born in Tunisia, had a successful career in both Italian and Hollywood films, starring in classics like The Leopard, The Pink Panther, and Once Upon a Time in the West. She won numerous awards and has been a UNESCO goodwill ambassador for women’s rights.
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