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“Today, I demand that a film express either the joy of making cinema or the agony of making cinema. I am not at all interested in anything in between; I am not interested in all those films that do not pulse.”

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Book:The Films in My Life
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The Films in My Life

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Francois Truffaut
Francois Truffaut

French film director and a key figure in the New Wave movement. Francois Truffaut is renowned for his unique film style and profound understanding of cinematic art. His films often focus on the everyday lives of ordinary people, exploring social issues through humor and satire. more

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