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“Sometimes we do not do things that we wish to do, so others will not know that we wish to do them.”

Quote by M. Night Shyamalan

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M. Night Shyamalan

M. Night Shyamalan, born on August 6, 1970, is a renowned screenwriter and director from the United States. His works are known for their unexpected plot twists and profound thematic explorations, with notable films including 'The Sixth Sense', 'Unbreakable', and 'Split'. more

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