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“You always have to be ahead of the audience so that they have to always catch up and know the movie's not quite going exactly where you think it's going, or expecting it to be going.”

Quote by Todd Solondz

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Todd Solondz, born on October 15, 1959, is an American screenwriter known for his distinctive narrative style and critical analysis of social realities. His work is recognized for its dark humor and profound exploration of family and interpersonal relationships. more

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