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“I'm getting a little bored by the juxtaposition of American and other cinema. I no longer think this division is as true as it might have been in the 1980s, or the early part of the 90s.”

Quote by Wim Wenders

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Wim Wenders is a celebrated German filmmaker recognized for his pivotal role in the New German Cinema movement. Born on August 14, 1945, he has directed a substantial body of work that has garnered international acclaim. Wenders' films frequently delve into themes of alienation, individualism, and the human condition. more

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