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He is saying he does not relate to the idea that a single film changed his life. Instead, he describes his own reaction as one of surprise when other directors say that. The quote suggests a more cautious or different personal experience with films.
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Originally said in English.
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About Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu
Mexican filmmaker
Alejandro González Iñárritu is a Mexican filmmaker known for modern psychological drama films about the human condition. His work has drawn wide critical praise and major awards recognition. His films include Amores perros, 21 Grams, Babel, Biutiful, Birdman, The Revenant, Bardo, and Digger. Across that body of work, he is associated with intense, character-driven stories that focus on emotional strain, conflict, and the pressures people face in life.
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