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“I think that's true of all cinema, that's why cinema is the great humanistic art form. Whatever the film is, it doesn't matter what the film is about, or even whether it's a narrative or figurative film at all, it's an invitation to step into somebody else's shoes. Even if it's the filmmaker's shoes filming a landscape, you go into somebody else's shoes and you look out of their lens, you look out of their eyes and their imagination. That's what going to the pictures is all about.”

Quote by Tilda Swinton

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Tilda Swinton is a British actress known for her unique acting style and diverse roles. Born on November 5, 1960, she has been active in the film and theater industries since the 1980s. Swinton gained international recognition for her performances in films such as 'The Fish Child', 'We Need to Talk About Kevin', and 'The Tree of Life', earning her multiple Oscar nominations. more

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