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Ben Hecht
American writer, director, and producer (1894–1964).
Born February 28th, 1894 in New York City.
Died April 18th, 1964 at 70 years old in New York City (coronary thrombosis).
Occupations
film director, film producer, journalist, novelist, playwright, producer, screenwriter, writer
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