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“When I started writing the script I thought that maybe someone else would direct it, but then I started to fall for it so much that I left the other project and I put all my time on The German Doctor.”

Quote by Lucia Puenzo

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Lucia Puenzo (born November 28, 1976) is an Argentine author, film director, and screenwriter. She is best known for her novel "The Curse of the Fish" and the film "XXY," which explore themes of gender, identity, and marginalized communities. Born in Buenos Aires, she graduated from the National Film Institute of Argentina. Her work blends literature and cinema, earning international acclaim and awards. more

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