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You must understand that violence in a movie is only a tool. If it's used badly, it will be horrible. If it's used correctly, it can be very interesting. But, essentially, it's just a tool.

Nicolas Winding Refn

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Nicolas Winding Refn
Age: 54
Born: 1970
Born: September 29
Film Director
Film Producer
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