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“I'd hire the devil himself as a writer if he gave me a good story.”

Quote by Samuel Goldwyn

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Samuel Goldwyn, an American film producer, was born on August 17, 1879, and passed away on January 31, 1974. Known for his unique production style and profound understanding of the art of film, he was one of the representatives of the golden age of Hollywood. more

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