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“Conventionally, one looks at history as something of the past. But after Einstein, who knows what is in the past and what is in the present?”

Quote by Roland Joffe

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Roland Joffe is a renowned film director, born on November 17, 1945. His works are known for their profound social themes and exquisite narrative skills. more

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