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Quote by Pier Paolo Pasolini

“An artist, if he's unselfish and passionate, is always a living protest. Just to open his mouth is to protest: against conformism, against what is official, public, or national, what everyone else feels comfortable with, so the moment he opens his mouth, an artist is engaged, because opening his mouth is always scandalous.”

Quote by Pier Paolo Pasolini

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Pier Paolo Pasolini
Pier Paolo Pasolini

Italian film director known for his unique artistic style and profound social criticism. Pasolini's films spanned a variety of styles, from Neorealism to political satire, often exploring themes of class, gender, and social inequality. His notable works include 'La Dolce Vita', 'The Decameron', and 'Sodoma 120 Days'. more

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