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References
- ↑ Biography at Buzz Feitshans Papers
- ↑ "USC Cinematic Arts | School of Cinematic Arts Events".
- ↑ Scorsese, Martin (1999). Martin Scorsese: Interviews. ISBN 9781578060726.
