Legendary Hollywood production executive who took hold of Universal City at age 20, and supervised such films as Ben Hur and Mutiny on the Bounty. He died of pneumonia at age 37. DS, signed “I. Thalberg,” three pages, 8.5 x 11, Metro Goldwyn Mayer Studio letterhead, November 22, 1929. Thalberg agrees to loan the services of Sally Starr to play the role of Lil in the film entitled Love Of Lil in an upcoming Columbia film, for a salary of $600.00 a week. Signed on the last page in fountain pen by Thalberg. In fine condition, with expected folds and punch holes to top edge. R&R COA.
