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“I do feel that in modern society that still is the best way to survive. Whatever it is, just keep doing something, because complete stillness or inactivity is more like death than death.”

Quote by Ana Lily Amirpour

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Ana Lily Amirpour

Ana Lily Amirpour is an Iranian-born film director known for her unique visual style and innovative narrative techniques. Her works often blend Middle Eastern cultural elements with postmodernist approaches, exploring themes such as gender, identity, and globalization. more

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