Robert Florey manuscripts, 1950-1959

Creator:: Florey, Robert, 1900-1979
Abstract:: This collection consists of 47 scripts for television shows directed by Robert Florey.
Extent:: 2 boxes 2 boxes
Language:: English .
Scope and content:: Mimeograph or multilith copies of typewritten scripts with hand-written notations for such series as "Four Star Playhouse" "Schlitz Playhouse" "Alcoa-Goodyear Anthology" and "The Texan." There are also some scripts for Walt Disney Productions.
Biographical / historical:: Movie and television director. Florey (1900-1979) was born in France and went to Hollywood in 1921. His two most famous movies were THE MURDERS IN THE RUE MORGUE and THE BEAST WITH FIVE FINGERS. In addition Florey directed hundreds of television shows in the 1950s of which this collection contains a selection.

Acquisition information:: Source of acquisition--Florey, Mrs. Robert. Method of acquisition--Gift; Date of acquisition--1982. Accession number--M-82.
Processing information:: Cataloged Christina Hilton Fenn 06/--/89.
Arrangement:: This collection is arranged in one series.
Accruals:: Materials may have been added to the collection since this finding aid was prepared. Contact rbml@columbia.edu for more information.
Rules or conventions:: Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Related material:: Robert Florey Papers, University of California at Los Angeles.
Alternative form available:: Type of reproduction--Mimeograph or multilith copies

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Single photocopies may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.

Preferred citation:: Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Robert Florey manuscripts; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

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