Every man can see things far off but is blind to what is near. - Sophocles

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I'm a documentary filmmaker, so often I'm in the position of talking to people who are sharing stories that are critically important to share, but often difficult to share at the same time.

Sophocles

Every man can see things far off but is blind to what is near.

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