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“What I am trying to do when I use symbols is to awaken in your unconscious some reaction. I am very conscious of what I am using because symbols can be very dangerous. When we use normal language we can defend ourselves because our society is a linguistic society, a semantic society. But when you start to speak, not with words, but only with images, the people cannot defend themselves.”

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Alejandro Jodorowsky

Alejandro Jodorowsky, born on February 17, 1929, is a renowned Chilean filmmaker, screenwriter, and actor. His filmography is known for its unique artistic style and profound philosophical insights. more

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