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Richard Thorpe: The infamous director of The Wizard of Oz—fired after just two weeks of shooting

The infamous director of The Wizard of Oz—fired after just two weeks of shooting

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The infamous director of The Wizard of Oz—fired after just two weeks of shooting

American film director (1896–1991) known for his long career at MGM who was the original director of The Wizard of Oz, but fired after two weeks of shooting because his scenes lacked the feeling of fantasy desired by the producers. Rare glossy 8 x 10 photo of Thorpe on set looking through a script, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “My very best regards to Ron Johnson. Sincerely, Richard Thorpe.” In very good condition, with moderate to heavy overall creases. A nice image of the director plying his trade, and the first autograph of Thorpe we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

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