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“The movie medium will eventually take its place as art because there is no other medium of interest to so many people.”

Quote by Irving Thalberg

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Irving Thalberg
Irving Thalberg

Irving Thalberg was an influential American film producer born on May 30, 1899, in New York. He had a profound impact on the Hollywood film industry during the 1920s and early 1930s, particularly at Warner Bros. Known for his innovative approach to film production and artistic contributions, Thalberg led the studio to produce many classic films. more

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