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“Consequently, I get inspiration from all over the place. But it's not like a calculated thing on my part, or a way that I see myself, you know? I'm just interested in things that move me, and I don't care where they come from. In fact, I'm interested if they come from a place I wouldn't expect, or would seem foreign to me on some level.”

Quote by Jim Jarmusch

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Jim Jarmusch, born on January 22, 1953, is a renowned American film director. His works are known for their unique style and profound themes, and he is considered one of the representatives of independent cinema. more

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