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236:One of Kiam's most notable films was the 1937 film
183:. Among the theatre productions he costumed were
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439:These Three
411:Pick a Star
260:Filmography
215:Sam Goldwyn
86:Nationality
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822:"Ben Reig"
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557:References
539:Ritz Tower
520:Coty Award
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