Lot 981
Selznick, David O (1902-1965). Legendary filmmaker known for producing Gone With the Wind, as well as persuading Alfred Hitchcock to America to make Rebecca. Other films include: A Star is Born, Spellbound, and Anna Karenina.
Typed Letter Signed ("David"). On a single quarto sheet, Culver City, California, October 21, 1954. On Selznick's personalized stationery. In black ink. To Mrs. Joan Grill of Duarte, California. Two horizontal folds, a few light folds along top, and light soiling. In good condition overall.
In this revealing letter, Selznick admits to his own insecurity regarding a new television project: "My first attempt at television, the 'Light's Diamond Jubilee' program, will be broadcast this Sunday night … At this moment I am nervous -- and of course I have no objectivity left about it -- as to whether it is good or bad or indifferent, but at least we have tried to do something worthwhile. And I hope you will remember that it is my first!".
Estimated Value $200 - 250.
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| Realized $115 |
