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Director Todd Haynes discusses John Schlesinger's 1971 film "Sunday Bloody Sunday," highlighting its specificity and sophistication.

Todd Haynes on John Schlesinger’s 1971 film ‘Sunday Bloody Sunday’

Director Todd Haynes discusses John Schlesinger's 1971 film "Sunday Bloody Sunday," highlighting its specificity and sophistication.

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from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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