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“When you direct the dialogue you can be precise, but with a song as a director you're more like a football coach. You can say one, two things in the beginning and then the actor has to follow what happens.”

Quote by Maren Ade

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Maren Ade
Maren Ade

Maren Ade is a German film director known for her distinctive style and profound thematic exploration. Her films often delve into family relationships and interpersonal interactions, earning her critical acclaim and popularity. more

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