05 Feb 1938
Another Romance of Celluloid
This second entry in MGM's "Romance of Film" series documents how celluloid movie film is processed and features behind-the-scenes glimpses of current MGM productions.
The Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Story
SEE! Thrilling Scenes from 24 Great Coming M-G-M Screen Hits ... SEE STARS IN ACTION!
Dore Schary presents clips from upcoming Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer films.
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Lionel Barrymore Himself - Giving Introduction
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