I’m so critical of myself. I’m actually really, really proud of the film. It’s really cool to see a movie at Sundance because everybody is so supportive.
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Giovanni Ribisi, an American actor, says that even though he's very hard on himself and very critical of his own work, he's actually really proud of the film he made. He explains that it's a great experience to have his movie shown at the Sundance Film Festival, because everyone there is so supportive and encouraging of the filmmakers.
About Giovanni Ribisi
Giovanni Ribisi is an American actor and cinematographer who has appeared in numerous films such as Saving Private Ryan, Gone in 60 Seconds, and Avatar. He has also had successful TV roles in sitcoms like Friends and Dads, as well as the crime drama series Sneaky Pete.
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