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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Entertainment |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Founder | Peter Guber |
| Headquarters | , United States |
Key people | Peter Guber (CEO) |
| Products | |
| Parent | Lions Gate Entertainment (1998–2002) |
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| Website | www |
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