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Monday, June 13, 2022

Classic Short Film: How to Figure Income Tax (1938)

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Michael J. Ruhland
Hello I'm Film Blogger, Michael J. Ruhland. I research and write about a wide variety of films ranging from the silent era to modern day and everywhere in between. Film is an incredible art form, and I am more than happy to share its history, artistry and magic with you. I stand by the old adage, "Movies are your best entertainment."
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My Other Blogs

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