Quote of the day
Courage and perseverance have a magical talisman, before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish into air. These qualities have ever been displayed in their mightiest perfection, as attendants in the retinue of strong passions.
Samuel Hoffenstein

Born: October 8, 1890
Died: October 6, 1947 (aged 56)
Bio: Samuel "Sam" Hoffenstein was a screenwriter and a musical composer. Born in Russia, he emigrated to the United States and began a career in New York City as a newspaper writer and in the entertainment business.
Known for:
- Laura (1944)
- Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1931)
- The Wizard of Oz (1939)
- Cluny Brown (1946)
- Phantom of the Opera (1943)







