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- ↑ Galas, Marj (2014-12-11). "Artisans on Making 'Exodus: Gods and Kings' Look Authentic". Variety. Retrieved 2024-10-11.
- ↑ "77th Academy Awards". Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences . Retrieved January 17, 2016.
- ↑ "88th Academy Awards". Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences . Retrieved January 17, 2016.
