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Theo van Gogh, a Dutch director, made a profound impact on the film world with his bold storytelling and unapologetic approach to tackling social issues. Known for his controversial film Submission, van Gogh used his platform to challenge societal norms and provoke thought on sensitive topics, including religion and freedom of expression. Despite facing adversity, his work continues to inspire filmmakers to embrace artistic freedom and confront uncomfortable truths. Van Gogh's legacy is a reminder of the power of film as a tool for social change and the importance of standing up for one's beliefs.
"I would not be able to pen an academic and dry diatribe. I have too much talent for that."
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"I would not be able to pen an academic and dry diatribe. I have too much talent for that."

Talent, Pen
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"My use of language is part and parcel of my message."
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"My use of language is part and parcel of my message."

Language,
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"I thought that the AIVD was there to protect citizens like me."
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"I thought that the AIVD was there to protect citizens like me."

Thought,
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"As soon as you sit down to write about something you are pressing your nose deeper into the sewer of facts."
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"As soon as you sit down to write about something you are pressing your nose deeper into the sewer of facts."

Fact, Facts
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"I want to warn against the Fifth Column which is trying to hinder our free way of life in Holland."
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"I want to warn against the Fifth Column which is trying to hinder our free way of life in Holland."

Life, Trying, Want
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"If I were still twenty years old, I would really move to America."
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"If I were still twenty years old, I would really move to America."

Opinion, America, Old, Years
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"The more light hearted I write about that, the better the message gets through."
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"The more light hearted I write about that, the better the message gets through."

Comfort, Light
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"Ah, I hope to live to 87 and drink from the the goblet of life to the dregs."
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"Ah, I hope to live to 87 and drink from the the goblet of life to the dregs."

Life, Hope
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"No, originally I thought that writing articles would keep me from having to see a psychiatrist, but I became even more depressed as a result."
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"No, originally I thought that writing articles would keep me from having to see a psychiatrist, but I became even more depressed as a result."

Thought, Result, Writing
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