Legendary director (1885–1957) whose autocratic nature and profligacy brought an end to his directorial career. He went on to enjoy success as a character actor, perhaps most memorably as Gloria Swanson’s faithful butler in the 1950 classic Sunset Boulevard. DS, 10 pages, 8.5 x 11, November 27, 1939. A contract for Sroheim’s appearance as Desormeuax in the film I Was an Adventuress. The document is housed in its original stapled paper folder. Light handling wear, and slight toning and small tears to covers (not affecting document), otherwise fine condition. R&R COA.
