The Independent Film Journal (1953)

Page scan 0007 from The Independent Film Journal

Record Details:

Title:
The Independent Film Journal
Date:
1953
Publisher:
ITOA Independent, Inc.
Volume:
The Independent Film Journal (Jul 1953-Jul 1954)
Leaf #:
0007
Language:
English
Collection:
Hollywood Studio System
Format:
Periodicals
Contributor:
Media History Digital Library
Sponsor:
Media History Digital Library
Coordinator:
Media History Digital Library
Date Added:
September 12, 2024
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