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Meryl earns a lot for the studios

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Forbes magazine has published their annual list of actors in Hollywood who are the best investment for the movie studios greenlighting new projects. According to Forbes, each $1 studios spend Meryl for one of their films, returns an average $21 of profit.
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Gone with the wind fans donate $30,000

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Legions of Gone With the Wind fans have together donated $30,000 for restoring five of Scarlett O'Hara's gowns. Officials announced that contributions came from more than 600 people in 44 states and 13 countries. The University of Texas Harry Ransom Center is planning an exhibit to mark the movie's 75th anniversary in 2014.
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The father of Frodo died

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37 years ago (September 2, 1973) John R.R. Tolkien, British story writer, died at 81. He was born in Bloemfontein, South Africa and his work included The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Peter Jackson directed the trilogy which became a huge success.
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It’s a family affair

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For The Godfather II director Francis Coppola hired:
- Sister Talia Shire to play the daughter of the Don.
- Daughter Sofia Coppola to be the three year old daughter.
- Son Roman to play the role of the young Sonny Corleone.
- Father Carmine to compose the score.
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Liz and Cleopatra

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September 1, 1959, Elizabeth Taylor signed with 20th Century Fox to make Cleopatra. Her salary was $1 million. Adjusting for inflation, this is one of the most expensive movies ever made. While making Cleopatra, Taylor entered a long-term romance with co-star Richard Burton.
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John R. R. Tolkien died

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37 years ago (September 2, 1973) John R. R. Tolkien, British story writer, died at 81. he was buried in the same grave as his wife who died 21 months earlier. His work included The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
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