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Hawks on Hawks

by Howard Hawks · 1982

Directors on Directors series

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The distinguished director, Howard Hawks, discusses his techniques of filmmaking, analyzes the artistry of his movies, and portrays his experiences working in Hollywood.

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biographybiographyMore like thisLess of this
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adult
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short · 172 pages

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