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DS, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, March 8, 1939. Confirmation of Vidor’s agreement with MGM for the direction of The Wizard of Oz. In part: “You are rendering certain services for us in connection with our photoplay now entitled Wizard of Oz…It is, of course, understood and agreed that we shall be entitled forever to all rights in the results and proceeds of your services in Wizard of Oz without restriction or qualification whatsoever. You acknowledge that, in accordance with said contract, we need not give credit to you in connection with said photoplay and that so far as you are concerned, we may give director’s credit to others.” Signed at the conclusion by Vidor and a Loew’s executive. In fine condition, with two horizontal storage folds, light scattered creases, slight toning to borders, paperclip impression to the upper left, and expected staple and filing holes to the top. Vidor did indeed remain uncredited, despite directing all of the Kansas scenes in the film, including the classic ‘Over the Rainbow’ sequence. A great ‘founding document’ from one of the most beloved films of all time. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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