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Hal Roach Studios scripts and production material
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Description
The Hal Roach Studios scripts and production material spans the years 1924-1936 and encompasses 3.6 linear feet. The collection consists of scripts and other production documents, including continuities, dialogue breakdowns, production reports, schedules, and treatments. The majority of these papers are for films starring Charley Chase, but the Boy Friends, Irvin S. Cobb, Harry Langdon, Our Gang, Spats, and the Taxi Boys are also represented.
Background
The Hal Roach Studios was a film production company founded in Culver City in 1920. Specializing in comedies, it was the most prolific and durable independent producer of shorts, supplying films to Pathe, MGM, and United Artists.
Extent
3.6 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.