Exceptional archive of material related to the production of the 1968 comedy Salt and Pepper, including a script, contracts, and production notes. The highlight of the lot is undoubtedly a series of four ‘loanout agreement’ documents, dated April 19, 1967, signed by the headlining stars: two are signed twice by Peter Lawford and once by Sammy Davis, Jr.; and two signed twice by Davis, Jr., and once by Lawford. Also included is a brad-bound script, written by Michael Pertwee, 88 pages, dated November 29, 1966, on the front cover. Especially interesting production materials include: carbon copies of the initial treatment sent to ABC for review, revealing that it was originally conceived as a television series rather than a feature film; an acetate record of ‘Fine Trap Flavour’ by the Johnny Dankworth Orchestra; four photocopies of handwritten music used in the film; and a photo of Lawford and Davis together. Also included are a few letters from agencies recommending talent, a list of contact information for the production unit, and two sheets of unused letterhead for the film. In overall fine condition. A fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the creation of a film by these two Rat Pack members. RR Auction COA.
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