- TitleDavid L. Loew papers, 1937 - 1986 (inclusive)
- Collector
- Date(s)1937 - 1986 (inclusive)
- Related names
- Description
10 linear ft. of papers
1. Production files; 2. Subject files
- Summary
The collection contains production files and the professional papers of Loew, including correspondence, agreements, and contracts with Loew-Lewin, Inc., Lester Cowan Productions, United Artists Corporation, and World Artists, Inc.
- BiographyDavid L. Loew was an American film producer and one of two twin sons of Marcus Loew, founder of the theatrical enterprises, Loew's, Inc. His brother, Arthur M. Loew Sr., was president of Loew's. In 1922, David Loew was elected to the board of Loew's, but resigned as vice president in 1935 to concentrate on his independent production career. Loew's producing credits include THE MOON AND SIXPENCE (1942) and NIGHT IN CASABLANCA (1946).
- Subjects
- Acquisitions InformationGift of David Loew, Linda Loew, and Cathy Weiner, 2007.
- Preferred citationDavid L. Loew papers, Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
- DepartmentLibrary
- 1353
- AvailabilityFor information on the contents and availability of this collection please contact the Reference and Public Services department at ref@oscars.org.
- Moving Image Items
- Library Holdings
