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“Always, with any movie that I do, I have a book of ideas that I've heard, or seen, or whatever, and I always try to incorporate it in the film.”

Quote by Adrian Lyne

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Adrian Lyne, born on March 4, 1941, is a renowned film director from the United Kingdom. His works are known for their deep emotional insight and unique style, with notable films including 'Love Letters' (1989), 'Unfaithful' (1992), and 'Fatal Attraction' (1987). more

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