Joseph I. Breen

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For other persons named Joseph Breen, see Joseph Breen (disambiguation).

Joseph Ignatius Breen (October 14, 1890 – December 5, 1965) was an American film censor. He worked with the Motion Picture Producers and Distributors of America to enforce the Hays Code in film production.[1]

Breen held the position from 1933 until 1954.[2]

References

  1. ^ Staff report (December 8, 1965). JOSEPH I. BREEN, FILM CODE CHIEF; Watchdog of Movie Morals For Years Is Dead at 75. New York Times
  2. ^ Pryors, Thomas S. (October 15, 1954). BREEN IS RETIRED AS MOVIE CENSOR; At Own Request, Director of Code Leaves Office -- Chief Aide Successor. New York Times

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