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The Big Lebowski (1998) Screenplay

"The Big Lebowski": Read The Screenplay By Joel & Ethan Coen

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Jeff 'The Dude' Lebowski, mistaken for a millionaire of the same name, seeks restitution for his ruined rug and enlists his bowling buddies to help get it. Focus Features

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Type ...
SCANNED
Version ... FinalRevised
Date ... Undated
Pages ... 119
Genres ... ComedyCrime
Screenplay ... Ethan CoenJoel Coen
IMDb ID ... 0075860

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