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But the night belonged to its best-director honoree, Steven Spielberg, and the parade of tributes paid to the 76-year-old filmmaker.
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When Spielberg took the stage, the crowd rose in a standing ovation.
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B次元官网网址擩ake Coyle, The Associated Press
