Cambern (Donn) papers, 1971-1988, bulk 1980s

Collection context

Summary

Title:
Donn Cambern papers
Dates:
1971-1988, bulk 1980s
Creators:
Cambern, Donn
Extent:
6.3 linear feet of papers.
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Donn Cambern papers, Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Background

Scope and content:

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).

Biographical / historical:

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).

Acquisition information:
Gift of Donn Cambern, 1993
Arrangement:

Arranged in the following series: 1. Production files.

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

Indexed terms

Subjects:
film editors
Names:
Cambern, Donn--Archives.

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Special Collections
Date Prepared:
© 2014
Date Encoded:
Machine-readable finding aid derived from Inmagic. Date of source: May 27, 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:

Donn Cambern 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