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Quote by Fred Schepisi

“You should never settle for what you think is just good. You should drive the editors and writers and everybody nuts until it's great. And if you don't go for great, you won't end up with good. You've got to go beyond your wildest dreams because the exigencies of filmmaking are going to smash you into the ordinary.”

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Fred Schepisi

Fred Schepisi is an Australian film director renowned for his poignant portrayal of characters and insightful social commentary. His films span a variety of genres, from romantic comedies to social issue dramas, showcasing his unique artistic style. more

“Fred didn't have a favourite colour. He was just pleased that he could see all of the colours in the colour chart. That was his wish for everyone. Fred wanted people to experience the joy of seeing vivid colours - in nature: the greens and browns of the mountains; in their work: the orange, red and black of the back of the retina; and in life.”

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Author:Gabi Hollows

“It is not I who become addicted, it is my body.”

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Book:Opium: The Illustrated Diary of His Cure

Source: Opium: The Illustrated Diary of His Cure

“A smile is just such an amazing thing. And to think that some of those people can now smile because they can see you, that gives me that sort of charge, energy... that's what powers up my batteries. That's the joy that I have and that keeps me going. That's my rocket fuel, I suppose.”

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Author:Gabi Hollows

“No matter how many times I witness the miracle of someone having their sight restored, I'm still overwhelmed with emotion. When the eye patch comes off just 24 hours after surgery and you see that smile light up the room, you are witnessing a life being transformed.”