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Philip Kaufman

"Similarly, the Marquis is presented in this film as someone who would disturb the status quo and therefore must be kept imprisoned."

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"Similarly, the Marquis is presented in this film as someone who would disturb the status quo and therefore must be kept imprisoned."

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"You wouldn't ask Rodin to make an ugly sculpture, or me to make a film with an ugly woman."

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"Is there something to be said for the writings of the Marquis? Is there something to be said for pornography? And is there something to be said against both? I hope our film is balanced and rich enough to encourage debate and discussion."
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