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“Actual violence has no attraction for me at all.”

Quote by Jane Campion

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Jane Campion is a New Zealand screenwriter and director known for her distinctive female perspective and profound understanding of the art of film. Born on April 30, 1954, she has been active in the film industry since the 1980s. Campion gained international acclaim with her film 'The Piano,' which won multiple awards, including the Academy Award for Best Director, making her the first woman to receive this honor. more

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