Personal book-bound final shooting script for Designing Woman (M-G-M, 1957)...

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Personal book-bound final shooting script for Designing Woman (M-G-M, 1957) Vintage original [159]-page final shooting script with pages dated from July 23, 1956 to pink revised dated October 4, 1956. Written by George Wells from a story suggested by Helen Rose. The present script was custom-bound for Mr. Peck's personal library in full tan crushed Morocco with title and Mr. Peck's name stamped in gilt on the front board. Spine stamped in gilt with five raised bands. Marbled endpapers. With 24 gelatin silver glossy 7.125" x 9.125" production stills and portraits from the film tipped to pages bound-in, some of which show irregular toning. Spine darkened and spotted with a 1" tear at the crown. Corners rubbed with some light scuffs and abrasions to the boards. Very Good.

The film won an Oscar for Best Writing, Story and Screenplay - Written Directly for the Screen, George Wells. The original concept for the film came from designer Helen Rose, who designed dozens of gowns for Bacall to wear in the film. James Stewart and Cary Grant both turned down the role, which ultimately went to Peck.

Please note that while not a studio presentation script, the present script was custom bound for Mr. Peck's personal library and features his name stamped in gilt on the front board.

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