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“I try to address my audiences intelligently. The man in the street counts, but sometimes he forgets that he counts.”

Quote by Roland Joffe

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Roland Joffe is a renowned film director, born on November 17, 1945. His works are known for their profound social themes and exquisite narrative skills. more

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