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Kieth Merrill papers, 1950-2006

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 1950

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Kieth Merrill papers collection contains diaries, personal and business papers, photographs, and motion pictures from Kieth Merrill. The personal papers include journal manuscripts and correspondence. Business papers include production materials from The Great American Cowboy, Take Down, Harry's War, and Legacy.

Dates

  • Creation: 1950-2006

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is completely restricted. No access until it is fully processed.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from Kieth Merrill papers must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical / Historical

From the Collection:

Kieth Merrill is an independent film maker who has worked as a writer, producer, and director. His films Harry's War, Windwalker, and Take Down were independently produced and distributed. He won an Academy Award for his documentary The Great American Cowboy. He produced films for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints including Legacy and The Testaments Of One Fold And One Shepherd.

Extent

From the Collection: 25 boxes (12.5 linear ft.)

From the Collection: 164 cartons (164 linear ft.)

Language of Materials

English

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