Viola Lawrence Film Editing Collection
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California State University, Fullerton. University Archives and Special Collections
2018
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Pollak Library South, Room 352
Fullerton, California 92834-4150
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Title: Viola Lawrence Film Editing Collection
Dates: ca 1943-1973
Collection Number: SC.68
Creator/Collector:
Extent: 3 boxes (1 linear ft)
Repository:
California State University, Fullerton. University Archives and Special Collections
Fullerton, California 92834-4150
Abstract: The Viola Lawrence Film Editing Collection pertains to Ms. Lawrence (1894-1973), the first female film editor in Hollywood.
Language of Material: English
The collection is open for research.
Viola Lawrence Film Editing Collection . California State University, Fullerton. University Archives and Special Collections
Biography/Administrative History
Most of Viola Lawrence's 30 year career was spent at Columbia Pictures. She was nominated for Academy Awards for her work
on the films Pal Joey and Pepe.
Scope and Content of Collection
The collection consists of trade publications such as newsletters, periodicals and reports; photographs, awards that Ms. Lawrence
received in certificates, plaques and trophy format and a few clippings pertaining to her life and career as a film editor.