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“I have much to learn from my daughter Sofia. Her minimalism exposes my limitations: I'm too instinctive and operatic, I put too much heart into my work, I get lost sometimes in bizarre things - it's my Italian heritage.”

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Francis Ford Coppola
Francis Ford Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola, born on April 7, 1939, is an influential American film director known for his profound understanding of cinema and unique artistic style. His most famous works include the 'Godfather' series and 'Apocalypse Now'. more

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