Margot Robbie Is Producing a Female-Led Shakespeare Series in Australia
Finally the Lady MacBeths of the world get their due.
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Alas, Poor William! We didn't really know you very well.
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Give the warden his due.
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Out, damned (TV) spot!
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My kingdom for some dank-ass ganja.
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