Well, my thoughts about California are kind of mythological. To me, as well as being a real place, it's a place where people go to find something - to find happiness or to realize their dreams. So it has that kind of quality of heroism and heartache, and Australia has that, as well.

Summary

This quote, said by the Australian director Baz Luhrmann, highlights his perception of California as a mythical place where individuals seek happiness and fulfill their aspirations. Luhrmann associates California with notions of heroism and heartache, suggesting that it is a land of both dreams and challenges. By drawing a parallel between California and Australia, Luhrmann implies that both locations possess a similar allure, embodying a certain allure and providing a space for individuals to pursue their desires.

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