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He's where he's at today because he comes from money.


Almost always when a filmmaker--or anyone in any field--is very young and has a lot of success, they typically come from money. Xavier Dolan is no different. His father is a Canadian showbiz legend.

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Yeah nepotism. But at least he has the talent to back it up.

Were you rushing or were you dragging?

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Money may get you one shot, if talent and determination ain't there, you're done. If you don't have money and you have talent and determination you'll get there. You know the secret of success, as an artist or anything else? Be the one who didn't give up. Money is just a leg up. Charm is a leg up. Getting a break is a leg up. If you don't make it, it's because you gave up. Dolan is a formidable talent. Don't ever doubt he worked hard and continues to.

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Je pense que Dolan est réussi parce que le gouvernement canadien jettera un bon nombre d'argent à n'importe quel film canadien qui est langue française ou Aborigonal. Dolan a évidemment appris comment brancher sur ça.
Observez les crédits de fin des films canadiens et vous verrez qu'un timbre du ce de provi le film a obtenu leur placement de et le timbre indique (exemple) le crédit d'impôt de film du Québec. La fabrication canadienne de film est tout au sujet de traire ces crédits d'impôt.

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Money matters not if the person doesn't have talent. Xavier Dolan is a very talented director. Money cannot buy talent.


The practice of gluing the performances of two different actors together needs to come to an end.

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Um... Paris Hilton did several films so it's not just ONE shot...Same with Ansel Elgort.. And I don't hate any of those kids but your background can provide more than just one shot.

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Yes, Xavier Dolan Sr. is a LEGEND! How would it be possible for me to pick my favourite movie of his, which blockbuster role could I limit my top choice to? Plus all the awards he's won. And all the mansions and jets Dad must own because of all the big-time movies he has been in... 

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Did he get started sooner than most unconnected filmmakers could? Definitely. But is he talented? Absolutely.

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