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The Ugly Duckling Is A Misunderstood Universal Myth. It's Not About Turning Into A Blonde Barbie Doll Or Becoming What You Dream Of Being; It's About Self-revelation, Becoming Who You Are.

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The Ugly Duckling Is

Baz Luhrmann

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The Ugly Duckling Is A Misunderstood Universal Myth. It's Not About Turning Into A Blonde Barbie Doll Or Becoming What You Dream Of Being; It's About Self-revelation, Becoming Who You Are.

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