"In 1983, I married Barbra Streisand, " said Amy Irving, referring to her role starring opposite the actress in "Yentl, " which, thanks to Ms. Streisand's efforts, marked the first time a woman had starred in, written, produced and directed a movie.

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One by one each woman parted from her companions and went to her own plot, whose boundaries were marked by an abandoned termite hill, a fallen tree, and upright boulder.

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