A sense of what’s right, a few quid and some nice paintings.
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A sense of optimism.
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Good self-esteem.
A deep sense that they will be fine in the world without me.
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My short film, Scrubber, in 2011. At that time in my life it seemed easier to pay for it myself than to apply for funds.
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Those abduction situations where you’re packed in a bunker for 30 years.
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