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Movietime U.S.A. collection
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Description
The Movietime U.S.A. collection spans the years 1950-1953 and encompasses 2 linear feet. The
collection consists of public relations project files containing clippings, publicity releases, and
correspondence. The files once belonged to Lou Smith, COMPO's Hollywood executive secretary.
Background
Movietime U.S.A. was an American film public relations organization sponsored by the Council of Motion
Picture Organizations (COMPO) "to bring the story of Hollywood to the 'grass roots' of America." The
organization, active from 1951 to 1953, produced regional tours.
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.