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“On a Chinese film you just give orders, no one questions you. Here, you have to convince people, you have to tell them why you want to do it a certain way, and they argue with you. Democracy.”

Quote by Ang Lee

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Ang Lee, born on October 23, 1954, is a renowned international film director from Taiwan. Known for his unique artistic style and profound exploration of human nature, his films often depict complex and diverse aspects of humanity. His notable works include 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon', 'Brokeback Mountain', and 'Life of Pi'. more

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