DS, two pages, 8 x 13, December 10, 1951. Agreement between John Huston and Horizon Pictures relating to "the writing of the screenplay and the direction…of a motion picture based thereon—such screen play being based upon the published novel entitled 'The African Queen' by Cecil Scott Forester," for which Huston is to receive a minimum of $87,500. Signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by John Huston, and countersigned twice by producer Sam Spiegel. Stapled into its original paper folder. In fine condition.
Starring Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn in a gripping tale of adventure set in Africa during World War I, The African Queen follows the unlikely partnership between a grizzled boat captain and a prim missionary as they navigate treacherous waters to strike back against German forces. The film's breathtaking Technicolor cinematography, combined with Bogart's and Hepburn's engrossing performances under Huston's direction, make The African Queen a timeless classic. Huston received Oscar nominations for both writing and directing, and Bogart won his only Academy Award for the role.
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