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“It [moviemaking] is like a dream. When you're dreaming, you make some very strange connections between some random stuff and random people.”

Quote by Quentin Dupieux

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Quentin Dupieux

Quentin Dupieux, known by his stage name Mr. Oizo, is a French electronic music producer and film director born on April 14, 1974, in France. He gained international fame in 1999 with his hit single "Flat Beat," which reached number four on the UK Singles Chart. Beyond music, he has directed several independent films including "Rubber" (2010), "Wrong" (2012), and "Reality" (2014), known for their surrealist and absurdist style. Dupieux is recognized for his unique approach to both electronic music and cinema, blending humor with unconventional narratives. more

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