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- ↑ Harris, Derek (5 September 1974). "The film industry seeks another reprieve". The Times . p. 19.
- ↑ Andrews, Nigel (2 June 1979). "New Direction for Film-makers". London: Financial Times
- ↑ David Robinson (18 September 1984). "Interview: Mamoun Hassan A shining example". The Times.
