"As a director, you really do the rewrite of the script. It's a great job."
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About Bille August
Bille August is a Danish film director known for his work in both Scandinavian and international cinema. Born in 1948, he gained worldwide recognition for his direction of the film 'Pelle the Conqueror,' which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival and the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. August has continued to direct acclaimed films, earning esteemed awards and nominations throughout his career.
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