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“I don't know if you ever say to yourself that you want to be an actress. It eventually becomes a social function - you are an actress and you make a living out of it, but at the beginning it's more a matter of how to survive, or how to exist in a certain way.”

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Isabelle Huppert

Isabelle Huppert is an internationally renowned French film actress, born on March 16, 1953. She is known for her exquisite acting skills and diverse roles, holding a significant position in the film industry. more

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