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Ray Bradbury Signed Original 'Release Script' for Moby Dick, with Signed Book and DVD

Bradbury signs a 'release script' for his 1956 film adaptation of Herman Melville's Moby Dick

Estimate: $1000+

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Bradbury signs a 'release script' for his 1956 film adaptation of Herman Melville's Moby Dick

Original mimeographed 'release script' for the 1956 film adaptation of Herman Melville's Moby Dick, which featured a screenplay co-written by Ray Bradbury and John Huston, totaling 100 pages, signed at the bottom of the first page in black felt tip, "Ray Bradbury." Additionally includes: the first edition of the Subterranean Press's 2008 release of Moby Dick: A Screenplay by Ray Bradbury, hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.75, 191 pages, signed on the title page in black felt tip by Ray Bradbury; and the 2001 MGM DVD release of the movie, starring Gregory Peck, signed on the front of the case in silver ink by Ray Bradbury. In overall fine condition.

Ray Bradbury, renowned for his imaginative storytelling, wrote the screenplay for John Huston's 1956 adaptation of Moby Dick. Despite his limited experience with screenwriting, Bradbury was handpicked for the task by Huston, who was initially captivated by his literary genius. Their collaboration proved challenging, as Huston's demanding personality often clashed with Bradbury's meticulous approach. Ultimately, Bradbury's adaptation brought a poetic and dramatic dimension to Herman Melville's classic, contributing to the film's lasting legacy.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts Featuring Art and Literature
  • Dates: December 20, 2024 - January 08, 2025





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