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Collection of Merian C. Cooper scripts

 File — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 5790

Scope and Contents

Collection includes photocopies of cutting continuity scripts from six films produced by Merian C. Cooper.

Dates

  • 1933-1938

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Open for public research.

Conditions Governing Use

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

Biographical / Historical

Merian C. Cooper (1893-1973) was a noted American motion picture producer. He is most famous for his production of the film King Kong (1933).

Extent

6 folders ; (0.25 linear ft.)

Language of Materials

English

Custodial History

Scripts provided as partial compensation for use of motion picture elements owned by Brigham Young University.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated; Turner Classic Movies; 2007.

Appraisal

Arts and Communications.

Title
Register of Collection of Merian C. Cooper scripts
Author
Rose Frank
Date
2011 June 20
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English in Latin script.

Repository Details

Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository

Contact:
1130 HBLL
Brigham Young University
Provo Utah 84602 United States