“I wouldn't wish the eighties on anyone, it was the time when all that was rotten bubbled to the surface. If you were not at the receiving end of this mayhem you could be unaware of it. It was possible to live through the decade preoccupied by the mortgage and the pence you saved on your income tax. It was also possible for those of us who saw what was happening to turn our eyes in a different direction; but what, in another decade, had been a trip to the clap clinic was now a trip to the mortuary.”
Quote by Derek Jarman
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At Your Own Risk: A Saint's Testament
This book offers a deep dive into the life and teachings of a revered saint, examining the challenges and triumphs that shaped their faith and legacy. more
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Derek Jarman
Derek Jarman was an influential British film director known for his avant-garde and experimental films. Born on January 31, 1942, Jarman's career spanned over two decades, during which he directed a number of notable films that explored themes of identity, politics, and art. He passed away on February 19, 1994. more
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