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This book offers a detailed visual companion to a beloved Marx Brothers motion picture. Readers can explore frame‑by‑frame blow‑ups of the film’s scenes, accompanied by the original soundtrack dialogue. The work provides an in‑depth view of comedic timing and cinematography for fans and film students alike.
First publish date: 1971
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Richard J. Anobile
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