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“I thought, This is fabulous. It sent shivers up my spine. I thought, What kinds of people are these that would produce this kind of music in a camp? All the prison camp stories I've seen, and heard of, were about the heroism of men. As I researched this and heard the music, I realized that women were heroic too, on just as grand a scale. And their treatment was just as appalling.”

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Bruce Beresford
Bruce Beresford

Bruce Beresford is an acclaimed Australian film director known for his significant contributions to the film industry. Born on August 16, 1940, he has been directing films since the 1970s. Beresford's work spans various genres, including drama, historical films, and comedies, and has gained widespread recognition internationally. more

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