Typed copy of a letter : Beverly Hills, Calif., to John Steinbeck, 1948 June 21.

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Typed copy of a letter : Beverly Hills, Calif., to John Steinbeck, 1948 June 21.

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Expressing his excitement at hearing that Steinbeck will begin work on [Viva Zapata!] right away; discussing his own involvement in the film, remarking that he would like to "keep out of the way of the story" until an outline or first draft has been completed; describing his role in Gentleman's Agreement to illustrate this suggestion. Remarking that he has several version of Zapata's life and feels that he has a good understanding of the subject. Noting that Twentieth Century-Fox wants to produce a "fine picture but [also] a popular one," and referencing the films Juarez and Viva Villa to illustrate his meaning.

1 item (2 p.) ; 27.9 cm

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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