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Would Hannibal Lecter Eat His CPA?

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Caleb Newquist

Hard to say. But “Blockheads” would need to be careful.

It might have been funny if there had been glass in the window and our actor hit his head on it but otherwise we’re especially glad they didn’t involve any scenes with Miggs.

Posted in VideoTagged acting, Blockheads, getting into character, H&R Block, I need a CPA!, PICPA, The Silence of the Lambs

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