Epstein (Julius J.) papers, circa 1931-1997, bulk 1970s-1990s

Collection context

Summary

Title:
Julius J. Epstein papers
Dates:
circa 1931-1997, bulk 1970s-1990s
Creators:
Epstein, Julius J.
Extent:
9 linear feet of papers.
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Julius J. Epstein papers, Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Background

Scope and content:

The Julius J. Epstein papers spans the years circa 1931-1997 (bulk 1970s-1990s) and encompass 9 linear feet. The collection contains scripts, primarily for films written by Epstein in the 1970s and 1980s, including adapted screenplays for PETE 'N' TILLIE (1972) and REUBEN, REUBEN (1983). There are also playscripts and a smattering of clippings, contracts, and correspondence.

Biographical / historical:

Julius J. Epstein was an American screenwriter active in film from the mid-1930s to 1983. He often collaborated with his brother, Philip G. Epstein. Julius also wrote for the stage and occasionally produced films. He was nominated for an Academy Award four times in the screenwriting category, receiving an Oscar for CASABLANCA (1942).

Acquisition information:
Gift of James M. Epstein, 1999
Arrangement:

Arranged in the following series: Not arranged in series.

Rules or conventions:
Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: a Content Standard

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Special Collections
Date Prepared:
© 2014
Date Encoded:
Machine-readable finding aid derived from Inmagic. Date of source: April 07, 2014

Access and use

Restrictions:

Available by appointment only.

Terms of access:

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.

Preferred citation:

Julius J. Epstein papers, Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Location of this collection:
333 S. La Cienega Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90211, US
Contact:
(310) 247-3036 extension 2226