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“There is no other occupation in the world that so closely resembled enslavement as the career of a film star.”

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Louise Brooks was an American dancer and actress, born on November 14, 1906, and died on August 8, 1985. She was known for her unique dance style and film performances and was one of the iconic figures of Hollywood in the 1920s. more

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