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It’s always more intriguing to imagine what’s happening, as opposed to seeing everything, because then you can use your imagination. I always wanted to be at a distance.

Sofia Coppola

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Sofia Coppola
Age: 53
Born: 1971
Born: May 12
Actor
Film Actor
Film Director
Screenwriter
Writer
New York City
New York
Sofia Carmina Coppola
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