DS, signed “Sean Penn and Madonna Ciccone,” nineteen pages, 8.5 x 11, December 18, 1985. Detailed agreement between HandMade Films, Madonna, and Penn regarding terms for the film Shanghai Surprise. In part: “HandMade Films…engages the services of Penn and Madonna, respectively, as an actor actress in the principal starring male and female roles of the Picture…The Start Date for principal photography shall be within two weeks before or after Monday, January 13, 1986. Penn’s and Madonna’s exclusive services shall be rendered from a date ten (10) days before the Start Date for rehearsals, wardrobe, etc. and shall continue until the completion of principal photography…Penn and Madonna shall each be accorded credit (1) on screen in the main titles of the Picture and (2) in all paid advertising…Penn’s and Madonna’s services shall not be required for more than 5 consecutive days for studio work or 6 consecutive days on location in any one week.” Horizontal bend along the top, wrinkling, a staple and staple holes at the upper left corner, and two filing punch holes at the top border, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RRAuction COA.
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