Description
The Joseph Ruttenberg correspondence and transcripts span the years 1939-1983 and encompass less than
one linear foot. The collection includes congratulatory correspondence related to Ruttenberg's Academy
Awards for cinematography for GIGI and THE GREAT WALTZ, two interview transcripts, and a smattering of
personal effects, including identification cards.
Background
Joseph Ruttenberg was an American cinematographer of Russian birth active in film from 1917 to 1968.
He was the recipient of four Academy Awards in the cinematography category.
Extent
1 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.