The Greeks already understood that there was more interest in portraying an unusual character than a usual character - that is the purpose of films and theatre. (Isabelle Huppert)

The Greeks already understood that there was more interest in portraying an unusual character than a usual character - that is the purpose of films and theatre.

Isabelle Huppert

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