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Quote by Frederick Wiseman

“Of course there's conscious manipulation! Everything about a movie is manipulation ... If you like it, it's an interpretation. If you don't like it, it's a lie - but everything about these movies is a distortion."”

Quote by Frederick Wiseman

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Frederick Wiseman

Frederick Wiseman, born on January 1, 1930, is an American documentary filmmaker known for his in-depth exploration of public institutions and social issues through his distinctive narrative style. more

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