David Butler with Marie Mosquini in 7TH HEAVEN, 1927
- TitleDavid Butler papers, 1910 - 1944 (inclusive)
- Date(s)Circa 1910 - 1944 (inclusive)
- Related names
- Description
0.8 linear ft. of papers
0.5 linear ft. of photos
1 item(s) of artworks - Summary
The collection contains a handful of scripts, some theater programs, miscellaneous material, photographs, and a production design drawing. Of interest is Butler's handwritten journal from 1928 with his running account of the production of CHASING THROUGH EUROPE, which he directed.
- BiographyDavid Butler was a former silent screen star and contract studio director who began his directorial career at Fox in 1927. He is most notably known for directing Shirley Temple in four films.
- Subjects
- Acquisitions InformationGift of Leslie Linthicum, 2001.
- Preferred citationDavid Butler papers, Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
- DepartmentLibrary
- 470
- 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