DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, February 15, 1936. Warner Bros. Pictures document sent to MGM concerning "the provisions of which you are entitled to the services of Mr. Leslie Howard to portray the role of 'Romeo' in your photoplay, 'Romeo and Juliet,' this will confirm the following understanding…You shall not be entitled to the services of Mr. Howard in connection with the aforesaid photoplay for a period in excess of ten (10) consecutive weeks." Signed at the conclusion by Howard, and countersigned by a Warner Bros. assistant treasurer and an MGM vice president. In fine condition. Howard starred opposite Norma Shearer in the classic George Cukor-directed Shakespeare adaptation, which featured a supporting cast that included John Barrymore, Basil Rathbone, and Andy Devine.
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