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“There are very few distributors left to do off-Hollywood movies, and those distributors generally have got thousands of movies to choose from. So you're pretty lucky if you get one to even take your movie and it's pretty rare that they pay anything upfront.”

Quote by John Sayles

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John Sayles is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer, known for his socially conscious works. Born on September 28, 1950, he has directed several critically acclaimed films since the 1980s, including 'Brotherhood of the Wolf' (1984), 'The Brother-in-Law' (1984), and 'Lone Star' (1987). Sayles' films often delve into social and political issues, conveying profound insights into human dilemmas through the medium of cinema. more

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