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“As a kid, I wanted to be an astronaut. And my own passion was that I wanted to be a film director. I realized that being an astronaut was not going to be an option, so I said, "Well, I'm going to be a director and do films in space."”

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Alfonso Cuaron is a celebrated Mexican film director, screenwriter, and producer, born on November 28, 1961. He has made a substantial impact on the film industry with his distinctive storytelling and visual style, which often delves into social and political themes. Cuaron is renowned for his innovative use of technology in filmmaking and has been recognized with numerous awards for his work. more

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