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“My God, it transformed me. My life changed.”

Quote by Julie Taymor

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Julie Taymor is an American director and theater director known for her innovative and groundbreaking work in the fields of film and theater. She is widely recognized for her direction of 'The Lion King' and 'Hamlet'. more

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