Able Quote by Montgomery Clift

“Noah, from 'The Young Lions' (1958), was the best performance of my life. I couldn't have given more of myself. I'll never be able to do it again. Never.” quote by Montgomery Clift — Download Open image

“Noah, from 'The Young Lions' (1958), was the best performance of my life. I couldn't have given more of myself. I'll never be able to do it again. Never.”

Montgomery Clift

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