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“For me, as a documentary filmmaker, I'm interested in telling stories of real people whose experiences tell us something about ourselves or our history, or who we are and our potential.”

Quote by Kristi Jacobson

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Kristi Jacobson

Kristi Jacobson is a film director known for her unique style and the appreciation of her works by audiences. Specific details about her life and achievements are limited. more

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