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References
- ↑ Gent, George. "TV: Tearing Off Masks / 'Shadow Game,' a Loring Mandel Drama, Offered on 'CBS Playhouse'" (The New York Times, May 7, 1969, p.95, which includes "Television" listings, with photo of Daniel Massey)
- ↑ TV.com: CBS Playhouse: Shadow Game
- ↑ Photos from CBS Playhouse: Shadow Game
- ↑ "Previewed Program Wins Big Audience" (The New York Times, May 9, 1969, p.95)
- ↑ Gent, George. "'My Sweet Charlie' Leads Emmy Race" (The New York Times, May 4, 1970, p.75)
