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Yes, Rossellini's work has been cited as an influence by many filmmakers, including Jean-Luc Godard, Michelangelo Antonioni, and Andrei Tarkovsky. He is considered one of the pioneers of neorealism, a movement in Italian cinema that emphasized realism and social commentary. Rossellini's films are often characterized by their long takes, deep focus photography, and use of nonprofessional actors.