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“I love pre-code movies. Some of my favorites are movies with Warren William and there is an MGM film called "Skyscraper Souls" which is the best Warner Brothers movie that MGM ever made.”

Quote by Mike Royer

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Mike Royer, born in 1941, is an enigmatic figure whose profession remains unknown. His life story and contributions are currently limited in available information. more

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