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“And so you try your best. Sometimes you go in with one thing, with one desire and come out with something else. In the case of 'The Aviator' it was to create a Hollywood spectacle, but by about the second or third week of shooting you just want to literally survive it. Because don't forget, I also go through the editing process too, and when the film is released I have to talk about it. So, I take all of that very seriously.”

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Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese, born on November 17, 1942, is an internationally renowned film director. His works are known for their profound social insight and exquisite storytelling skills, with notable films including 'Taxi Driver', 'Goodfellas', and 'The Departed'. Scorsese's unique filmmaking style is characterized by complex character relationships and tense social conflicts. more

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