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“I studied fascism when I was at university. My husband's family are German Jews. I'm very close to his grandma and she left Berlin when she was 19 in 1937. So, it's kind of all around me.”

Quote by Cate Shortland

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Cate Shortland is a talented film director, born on August 10, 1968. Her work is known for its unique perspective and profound portrayal of female characters. more

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