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Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks had their first director-actor collaboration on the film SAVING PRIVATE RYAN. At the 71stAcademy Awards in 1999, Spielberg went home with the Best Director Oscar for his work in the movie. Hanks and Spielberg continued their partnership, working on films including Oscar nominated CATCH ME IF YOU CAN.
Photo is of Steven Spielberg receiving his award at the 71st Academy Awards.
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