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Despite being a beloved movie, Linklater describes going through the true Hollywood experience when makingthe quotable film.

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He spoke tothe Daily BeastaboutDazed and Confusedand revealed that he reportedly didnt make any money off the film.

When asked how it happened, Linklater responded, I dont know.

[Sigh] Hollywood accounting.

Everybody has that story of getting screwed with their first project.

That film was an indie success, continued Linklater.

It made more than it cost theatrically, and over the years its been everywhere.

Guess hes just gotta keep on livin.

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