"A writer is someone who says the truth and then for a while cannot be understood."
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About Abraham Polonsky
Abraham Polonsky was an American film director, screenwriter, and novelist. He is best known for his work in Hollywood during the 1940s and 1950s, particularly for his directorial debut film 'Force of Evil' and his acclaimed screenplay for 'Body and Soul.' Polonsky was blacklisted during the McCarthy era for his leftist political beliefs but continued to work under pseudonyms. He returned to directing in the 1960s with 'Tell Them Willie Boy Is Here.' Polonsky's films often explored social issues and the complexity of human morality.
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