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“Latins are tenderly enthusiastic. In Brazil they throw flowers at you. In Argentina they throw themselves.”

Quote by Marlene Dietrich

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Marlene Dietrich

German actress known for her distinctive voice and sensual image. She starred in classic films such as 'The Blue Angel' and 'Shanghai Express', and became an international film star in the 1940s. more

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