Myrna Loy appeared in many films during the pre-Code era (roughly 1929 to mid-1934), when Hollywood films were made before the strict enforcement of the Motion Picture Production Code (Hays Code). During this time, she was often typecast in exotic or vamp roles. #MyrnaLoy #PreCode #HaysCode

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