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Carl Laemmle

Carl Laemmle (1867-1939) was one of the most important pioneers in American film making and a founder of Universal Studios.

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Honoring Hollywood's Jewish founders

The Academy Museum plans a permanent exhibition dedicated to the film industry's Jewish founders.
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German film producer's award goes to Emmerich

The prize recognizing the work of film producers is named after Universal Studios-founder Carl Laemmle.
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From the German region of Swabia to Hollywood

With Universal Studios, the Swabian film pioneer laid the foundation for Hollywood.
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Arts.21 - The Cultural Magazine | 04.02.2017

Arts.21 visits the artist Jonas Burgert and portrays the German founder of Universal Studios.
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Carl Laemmle

Carl Laemmle, the German who invented Hollywood

Born 150 years ago, an exhibition shows how Carl Laemmle became a Hollywood pioneer in a rags-to-riches career.
FilmJanuary 17, 2017
Carl Laemmle

Carl Laemmle, the German who invented Hollywood

The founder of Universal Studios also saved hundreds of Jews from the Holocaust. He was born 150 years ago.
CultureDecember 12, 20169 images