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Title: Donn Cambern papers
Date (inclusive): 1971-1988
Date (bulk): 1980s
Collection number: 333
Creator:
Cambern, Donn
Extent:
6.3 linear feet of papers.
Repository:
Margaret Herrick Library. Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Languages:
English
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Donn Cambern papers, Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Gift of Donn Cambern, 1993
Donn Cambern is an American film editor active since the late 1960s. He was nominated for an Academy
Award in the film editing category for ROMANCING THE STONE (1984).
Collection Scope and Content Summary
The Donn Cambern papers span the years 1971-1988 and encompass 6.3 linear feet. The collection
contains scripts for more than two dozen films, including four directed by Paul Mazursky. Many of the
scripts are lined scripts, with annotations for camera setups and other pertinent information useful for
editing. Some film titles include production material, which often includes storyboards. Titles with
substantial production material include GHOSTBUSTERS II (1989), THE HINDENBURG (1975), JO JO DANCER, YOUR
LIFE IS CALLING (1986), and TIME AFTER TIME (1978).
Arrangement
Arranged in the following series: 1. Production files.
Cambern, Donn--Archives.
film editors