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“Producers don't like the director who ignores their opinion - but I always try not to be the nicest person when making a movie. It's easy to do that. Just say 'Yes sir', "Alright', 'Okay' - but they're not seeing the movie because if they can, they should be directing the movie.”

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Ryuhei Kitamura

Ryuhei Kitamura, born on May 30, 1969, is a renowned Japanese filmmaker known for his distinctive style that blends action, horror, and fantasy elements, winning him a dedicated fan base. more

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