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Cecil B. DeMille
Cecil B. DeMille

Cecil B. DeMille was an influential American film director, producer, and writer. He is renowned for his epic films and his contributions to the early days of Hollywood. DeMille's career spanned over five decades, and he was a pioneer in the development of the cinematic epic. more

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