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“I'm not hoping to see that day but I know that my cinema will reach Filipinos. I know that they will embrace it one day. It will happen. I'm very sure of that. I still have faith in cinema. I still believe it can affect change.”

Quote by Lav Diaz

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Lav Diaz is a Filipino filmmaker known for his distinctive narrative style and profound exploration of social issues. His films often carry a deep humanistic concern, focusing on the history and present state of Philippine society. more

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