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“For us, time travel is synonymous for the belief in all the things that are not seen, and also for the most outlandish claim that you could possibly make. To say that you're a time traveler is weirder than saying you're an alien. It's really strange to sit down in a basement and be face-to-face with someone who claims to be a real time traveler. So, for us, it was about the nuts and bolts of what it would be like, if you were face-to-face with someone who claimed to be from the future.”

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Zal Batmanglij is a respected film director celebrated for his distinctive style and innovative storytelling. His films frequently delve into complex social issues and human emotions, merging reality with fantasy. The exact birth and death dates of Zal Batmanglij are unknown, but his contributions to cinema have been substantial. more

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