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Jan 2023
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Jesse Eisenberg | Bump, Set, Psych

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Professional liar George Santos is following the example set by the former president, and the man some people think could be the Republican presidential nominee in 2024 is hampered by his lack of personal charm. Jesse Eisenberg tells Stephen about the family conflict that plays out in the new film he wrote and directed. Check out the film, “When You Finish Saving the World,” in theaters this Friday.

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