Desk Set (TCF, 1957), Final Shooting Draft Screenplay....
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Desk Set (TCF, 1957), Final Shooting Draft Screenplay. Vintage original 142-page (as paginated) final shooting script, bradded and dated January 7th, 1957. Studio-bound with a tan studio wrap. Titled, "The Desk Set/January 7, 1957" on the cover and spine, and typewritten "Shooting Final" on the top right, with a handwritten name "G. Glass" on the top right in red pen. Studio wrap includes numbered stamp mark on the upper righthand corner, likely indicating printing number. The romantic comedy follows library reference clerk Bunny Watson (Katharine Hepburn) who develops a love-hate relationship with computer engineer Richard Summers (Spencer Tracy), who is tasked with automating Watson's job. Exhibits expected age and wear, with slight tearing to edges of some internal pages, and small tears and corner bumps to studio wrap. The poster image is for reference only and is not included with this lot. Comes with a COA from Heritage Auctions.Heritage Auctions provides as much information as possible but strongly encourages in-person inspection. Condition statements are offered as general guidance only, not as complete representations of fact, and do not constitute a warranty or assumption of liability by Heritage. Some condition issues may not be noted but may be visible in the photos, which are considered part of the condition report. Lots estimated at $1,000 or less are not de-framed for inspection, and we may be unable to provide additional details for lots valued under $500. Heritage does not guarantee the condition of frames and is not liable for damage to frames, glass/acrylic coverings, original boxes, display accessories, or artwork that has shifted in the frame. All lots are sold "AS IS" under our Terms & Conditions of Auction.
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