Author: RKO Radio PIctures, Inc
Title: Archive of Signed Agreements between Rko Studios and Actors Charles Boyer, Rosalind Russell, Jack Oakie, Fay Bainter, & Signe Hasso
Description: Los Angeles, 1946. All are type letters signed. The first four are from RKO Radio Pictures, Inc. The last is from The Play's The Thing Productions, an independent unit within RKO Studios. 1. Boyer, Charles: CONFIRMATION OF AGREEMENT FOR THE SERVICES OF CHARLES BOYER, IN PREPARATION FOR THE FRENCH VERSION OF "LOVE AFFAIR" [WITH] PHOTOGRAPH OF BOYER. Los Angeles: 1939. [1 pp.] + 1 photograph. 1 b/w photo. 8.5 x 11 inches. Dated May 10th, 1939 to French-American actor Charles Boyer (1899-1978) , c/o Feldman-Blum Corporation. The letter is a confirmation of agreement made between Boyer and RKO, "..dated May 3, 1939, with reference to the rendition of your services in connection with the preparation of a French version of the photoplay 'Love Affair.'" As per the agreement, Boyer will be compensated $15,000, and if his time exceeds the allotted two weeks, he will receive $1,250 per day. Very good, torn through text along top margin. Letter accompanied by 1936 photograph of Boyer, taken by Ted Allan. Charles Boyer (1899-1978) enjoyed a long and prolific film career, from 1920 through 1976, which included both American and French productions, and earned him four Oscar nominations for Best Actor. Among his most notable roles are: "The Garden of Allah" (1936); "Algiers" (1938), "Love Affair" (1939),; and "Gaslight "(1944). 2. Russell, Rosalind. RKO RADIO PICTURES REQUESTS ROSALIND RUSSELL'S CONSENT TO USE A BODY DOUBLE FOR "SISTER KENNY." Los Angeles: 1946. [1 pp.]. 8.5 x 11 inches. Dated January 29th, 1946 to actress Rosalind Russell (1907-1976), requesting her consent for the use of a body double for "Sister Kenny." "We have advised you that we desire to use a 'double' for you in connection with certain long shots for which we intend to photograph for use of backgrounds for the main title cards for our motion picture now entitled 'Sister Kenny.' Such long shots will show Mr. Alexander Knox and you riding through open country in a buggy at a fairly fast speed. We hereby request your consent to the use of such 'double' in your stead.." Signed by Russell, and by RKO Radio Pictures, Inc. Assistant Secretary. Very good, few marginal tears, one pencil marking, stamped as received on verso. Russell's role in "Sister Kenny' earned her a nomination for both an Academy Award for Best Actress, and a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Leading Role, with her having won the latter. Throughout her career, Russell won five Golden Globes and had been nominated for four Academy Awards. Her other notable roles include those from 'His Girl Friday' (1940) ; 'Auntie Mame' (1958) ; and 'Gypsy' (1962). 3. Bainter, Fay: FAY BAINTER INFORMED OF HER TERMINATION FROM "VIVACIOUS LADY," DUE TO JAMES STEWART'S ILLNESS HALTING PRODUCTION. Los Angeles: 1937. Los Angeles: 8.5 x 11 inches. Dated May 5th, 1937, on letterhead from RKO Radio Pictures, Inc to Fay Bainter (1893-1968), informing her of her termination from the film "Vivacious Lady." The "motion picture photoplay tentatively entitled 'Vivacious Lady' has been suspended and postponed on April 27, 1937 by reason of the illness by Jimmy Stewart, a member of the cast .. and do hereby elect, to terminate your employment under our agreement.." Signed by Bainter and by RKO Radio Pictures, Inc. Vice-President. Very good, edge worn, few marginal tears, one pencil marking. After four days of filming "Vivacious Lady" headliner James Stewart fell ill, and production had stalled until December. At that time, Bainter had been replaced by Beulah Bondi, and the film was released in 1938. Formerly a Broadway actress, Fay Bainter made her film debut in 'This Side of Heaven' (1934). In 1938, she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'Jezebel.' Her other notable roles include those from 'White Banners' (1938) ; 'Our Town' (1940) ; and 'The Children's Hour' (1961). 4. Hasso, Signe: CONFIRMATION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN SIGNE HASSO AND RKO RADIO PICTURES, INC. Los Angeles: 1940. [1 pp.]. 8.5 x 11 inches. Letter from RKO Radio Pictures, dated December 13th, 1940, to confirm their agreement of June 5th, 1940 with actress Signe Hasso. The letter indicates a personal advance of $1,000, in addition to a sum of $5,000 to be subsequently deposited into Hasso's Swedish Bank account. Signed by Hasso, and the Vice-President of RKO. Very good, punctured along edges, otherwise fine. Swedish-born actress Signe Hasso (1915-2002) moved to the US in 1940. She signed a contract with RKO Radio Pictures that same year, and remained under contract with them until the mid-1940s, when she signed with MGM. Hasso's filmography includes "Heaven Can Wait" (1943); "Johnny Angel" (1945); "A Scandal in Paris" (1946); and "A Double Life" (1947). Throughout her career, the actress also appeared on a number of television series, including "Bonanza," "The Outer Limits," "Starsky and Hutch," and "Magnum, P.I." 5. Oakie, Jack: CONFIRMATION OF AGREEMENT FOR JACK OAKIE, CONCERNING HIS ROLE IN "LITTLE MEN." Los Angeles: 1940. [1 pp.]. 8.5 x 11 inches. June 13th, 1940 confirmation of agreement of May 24th, 1940, pertaining to Jack Oakie's Role in "Little Men," containing an amendment to "the third paragraph of Article 1 of said agreement." Very good, torn along top margin, affecting small portion of text. Though best known for his films, Jack Oakie (1903- 1978) had also worked on stage, radio and television. His career spanned from the 1920s through the 1960s, in which he had appeared in over 80 movies. His performance in "The Great Dictator" (1940), earned him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. RKO Radio Pictures, Inc. (RKO Pictures or RKO) was among the 'Big Five' film studios during Hollywood's Golden Age, and produced a number of iconic films, including "King Kong," "It's A Wonderful Life," and "Citizen Kane." The company also distributed films for Walt Disney and Samuel Goldwyn The Play's The Thing Productions was an independent unit within RKO Studio, which had formed in 1939, with writers Gene Townsend and Graham Baker at the helm. .
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Title: Archive of Signed Agreements between Rko Studios and Actors Charles Boyer, Rosalind Russell, Jack Oakie, Fay Bainter, & Signe Hasso
Description: Los Angeles, 1946. All are type letters signed. The first four are from RKO Radio Pictures, Inc. The last is from The Play's The Thing Productions, an independent unit within RKO Studios. 1. Boyer, Charles: CONFIRMATION OF AGREEMENT FOR THE SERVICES OF CHARLES BOYER, IN PREPARATION FOR THE FRENCH VERSION OF "LOVE AFFAIR" [WITH] PHOTOGRAPH OF BOYER. Los Angeles: 1939. [1 pp.] + 1 photograph. 1 b/w photo. 8.5 x 11 inches. Dated May 10th, 1939 to French-American actor Charles Boyer (1899-1978) , c/o Feldman-Blum Corporation. The letter is a confirmation of agreement made between Boyer and RKO, "..dated May 3, 1939, with reference to the rendition of your services in connection with the preparation of a French version of the photoplay 'Love Affair.'" As per the agreement, Boyer will be compensated $15,000, and if his time exceeds the allotted two weeks, he will receive $1,250 per day. Very good, torn through text along top margin. Letter accompanied by 1936 photograph of Boyer, taken by Ted Allan. Charles Boyer (1899-1978) enjoyed a long and prolific film career, from 1920 through 1976, which included both American and French productions, and earned him four Oscar nominations for Best Actor. Among his most notable roles are: "The Garden of Allah" (1936); "Algiers" (1938), "Love Affair" (1939),; and "Gaslight "(1944). 2. Russell, Rosalind. RKO RADIO PICTURES REQUESTS ROSALIND RUSSELL'S CONSENT TO USE A BODY DOUBLE FOR "SISTER KENNY." Los Angeles: 1946. [1 pp.]. 8.5 x 11 inches. Dated January 29th, 1946 to actress Rosalind Russell (1907-1976), requesting her consent for the use of a body double for "Sister Kenny." "We have advised you that we desire to use a 'double' for you in connection with certain long shots for which we intend to photograph for use of backgrounds for the main title cards for our motion picture now entitled 'Sister Kenny.' Such long shots will show Mr. Alexander Knox and you riding through open country in a buggy at a fairly fast speed. We hereby request your consent to the use of such 'double' in your stead.." Signed by Russell, and by RKO Radio Pictures, Inc. Assistant Secretary. Very good, few marginal tears, one pencil marking, stamped as received on verso. Russell's role in "Sister Kenny' earned her a nomination for both an Academy Award for Best Actress, and a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Leading Role, with her having won the latter. Throughout her career, Russell won five Golden Globes and had been nominated for four Academy Awards. Her other notable roles include those from 'His Girl Friday' (1940) ; 'Auntie Mame' (1958) ; and 'Gypsy' (1962). 3. Bainter, Fay: FAY BAINTER INFORMED OF HER TERMINATION FROM "VIVACIOUS LADY," DUE TO JAMES STEWART'S ILLNESS HALTING PRODUCTION. Los Angeles: 1937. Los Angeles: 8.5 x 11 inches. Dated May 5th, 1937, on letterhead from RKO Radio Pictures, Inc to Fay Bainter (1893-1968), informing her of her termination from the film "Vivacious Lady." The "motion picture photoplay tentatively entitled 'Vivacious Lady' has been suspended and postponed on April 27, 1937 by reason of the illness by Jimmy Stewart, a member of the cast .. and do hereby elect, to terminate your employment under our agreement.." Signed by Bainter and by RKO Radio Pictures, Inc. Vice-President. Very good, edge worn, few marginal tears, one pencil marking. After four days of filming "Vivacious Lady" headliner James Stewart fell ill, and production had stalled until December. At that time, Bainter had been replaced by Beulah Bondi, and the film was released in 1938. Formerly a Broadway actress, Fay Bainter made her film debut in 'This Side of Heaven' (1934). In 1938, she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'Jezebel.' Her other notable roles include those from 'White Banners' (1938) ; 'Our Town' (1940) ; and 'The Children's Hour' (1961). 4. Hasso, Signe: CONFIRMATION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN SIGNE HASSO AND RKO RADIO PICTURES, INC. Los Angeles: 1940. [1 pp.]. 8.5 x 11 inches. Letter from RKO Radio Pictures, dated December 13th, 1940, to confirm their agreement of June 5th, 1940 with actress Signe Hasso. The letter indicates a personal advance of $1,000, in addition to a sum of $5,000 to be subsequently deposited into Hasso's Swedish Bank account. Signed by Hasso, and the Vice-President of RKO. Very good, punctured along edges, otherwise fine. Swedish-born actress Signe Hasso (1915-2002) moved to the US in 1940. She signed a contract with RKO Radio Pictures that same year, and remained under contract with them until the mid-1940s, when she signed with MGM. Hasso's filmography includes "Heaven Can Wait" (1943); "Johnny Angel" (1945); "A Scandal in Paris" (1946); and "A Double Life" (1947). Throughout her career, the actress also appeared on a number of television series, including "Bonanza," "The Outer Limits," "Starsky and Hutch," and "Magnum, P.I." 5. Oakie, Jack: CONFIRMATION OF AGREEMENT FOR JACK OAKIE, CONCERNING HIS ROLE IN "LITTLE MEN." Los Angeles: 1940. [1 pp.]. 8.5 x 11 inches. June 13th, 1940 confirmation of agreement of May 24th, 1940, pertaining to Jack Oakie's Role in "Little Men," containing an amendment to "the third paragraph of Article 1 of said agreement." Very good, torn along top margin, affecting small portion of text. Though best known for his films, Jack Oakie (1903- 1978) had also worked on stage, radio and television. His career spanned from the 1920s through the 1960s, in which he had appeared in over 80 movies. His performance in "The Great Dictator" (1940), earned him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. RKO Radio Pictures, Inc. (RKO Pictures or RKO) was among the 'Big Five' film studios during Hollywood's Golden Age, and produced a number of iconic films, including "King Kong," "It's A Wonderful Life," and "Citizen Kane." The company also distributed films for Walt Disney and Samuel Goldwyn The Play's The Thing Productions was an independent unit within RKO Studio, which had formed in 1939, with writers Gene Townsend and Graham Baker at the helm. .
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