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“Basically, actors arrive in a bubble. They have a little sealed bubble around them and it's basically [comprised of] their agents, their last film, their next film, their press agent, and their per diems - all these things, they cocoon themselves with and you have to puncture that bubble on each of them to make them be in your film.”

Quote by Danny Boyle

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Danny Boyle is a British film director known for his unique visual style and profound insights into social issues. His work spans a variety of genres, from science fiction to drama, to musicals, showcasing his distinctive understanding and creativity in the art of filmmaking. more

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