Distinguished Hungarian-born American film director (1886–1962) who helmed such all-time classics as Casablanca, Angels with Dirty Faces, Yankee Doodle Dandy, and White Christmas. Nominated four times for an Academy Award as Best Director, he won the Oscar for Casablanca. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, November 18, 1946. Curtiz’s application to the Friars Club of California, proposed by Bing Crosby and George Jessel. Also listed as acquaintances are Bob Hope and James Kern. Curtiz signed twice at the conclusion, striking one out after mistakenly signing on the wrong line. In fine condition, with two horizontal folds, one passing through the crossed out signature, punch and staple holes to the top, and an office notation to the upper right. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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