He played the devil's advocate on behalf of freedom everywhere, from the Oxford Union to the dinner table.

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She appeared in more French and Italian movies before landing a role opposite Al Pacino and Keanu Reeves in "The Devil's Advocate" in 1997.

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"For example, you could hold a Koosh ball, wear a certain hat or sit in a designated seat when playing the devil's advocate, " he suggests.

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