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Nora Ephron

Director and author Nora Ephron on her film You鈥檝e Got Mail and the inspiration for her book Heartburn.

Director and author Nora Ephron on her film You鈥檝e Got Mail and the inspiration for her book Heartburn.

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Thu 25 Feb 1999 10:00

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Presenter Jenni Murray
Interviewed Guest Nora Ephron

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  • Thu 25 Feb 1999 10:00

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