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March 15, 2006

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Freedomland star Samuel L. Jackson says he's not afraid to raise his voice and that he tries to recreate the emotional rollercoaster he had as a child going to the movies.


Samuel L. Jackson

Samuel L. Jackson

Samuel L. Jackson

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With a worldwide box office over $3.8 billion, Samuel L. Jackson is the highest-grossing actor in movie history. His credits include Jungle Fever, Pulp Fiction, which earned him an Oscar nod, and Freedomland. Jackson studied architecture at Atlanta's Morehouse College. In an effort to help his stutter, he auditioned for a musical and ended up changing his major. After graduation, he moved to NY to pursue his craft. He has extensive stage experience, including originating roles in two August Wilson plays.