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“Three films a day, three books a week and records of great music would be enough to make me happy to the day I die.”

Quote by Francois Truffaut

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Francois Truffaut

French film director and a key figure in the New Wave movement. Francois Truffaut is renowned for his unique film style and profound understanding of cinematic art. His films often focus on the everyday lives of ordinary people, exploring social issues through humor and satire. more

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