Description
The Highway Film Service distribution records span the years circa 1977-1988 and encompass
approximately 2 linear feet. The collection consists of hundreds of file cards for independent films
distributed in Chicago, Illinois; Cincinnati, Ohio; Indianapolis, Indiana; Kansas City, Missouri; and
Upper Marlboro, Maryland. The 5x8 tracking cards list theater names and play dates, along with the film
title, number of reels, and print number. The cards are arranged alphabetically by film title.
Background
The Highway Film Service was an American distribution company that handled 35mm theatrical films for a
number of independent production companies. Highway Film Service was located in Indianapolis, Indiana in
1990.
Extent
2 linear feet of papers.
Restrictions
Property rights to the physical object belong to the Margaret Herrick Library. Researchers are
responsible for obtaining all necessary rights, licenses, or permissions from the appropriate companies
or individuals before quoting from or publishing materials obtained from the library.
Availability
Available by appointment only.