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“It did remind me of something out of Greek mythology - the richest king who gets everything he wants, but ultimately his family has a curse on it from the Gods.”

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Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese, born on November 17, 1942, is an internationally renowned film director. His works are known for their profound social insight and exquisite storytelling skills, with notable films including 'Taxi Driver', 'Goodfellas', and 'The Departed'. Scorsese's unique filmmaking style is characterized by complex character relationships and tense social conflicts. more

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