The Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Story

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The Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Story

"SEE! Thrilling Scenes from 24 Great Coming M-G-M Screen Hits ... SEE STARS IN ACTION!"

1951

0h 58m

2.0(1 votes)

Documentary

Overview

Dore Schary presents clips from upcoming Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer films.

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Acting

Lionel Barrymore

Himself - Giving Introduction

Production

Dore Schary

Himself - Presenter / Commentator

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