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While we can't pretend that cracking Hollywood and becoming an A-list film director is the easiest of career paths, it can be done. We tracked down some of pioneers of moviemaking from the past century to find out the hints and habits that they attribute to their success. With tips from the likes of John Ford and Quentin Tarantino, even if a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame isn't on your agenda, click below to find out how to unleash your creative potential.