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“In the collaborative process, you create a real intimacy; everybody ends up sharing personal stories and personal observations and their philosophies, their psychological side. By the time you get to set, it just creates such a sense of trust and intimacy between the director and the actors. It's really, really great.”

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Lynn Shelton
Lynn Shelton

Lynn Shelton is an American director known for her unique narrative style and profound insights into everyday life. Her films often focus on the emotions and interpersonal relationships of ordinary people, earning her high praise from audiences and critics for their authentic and delicate portrayal. more

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