Sherdeman Ted (9 results)

Vintage studio still photograph from the 1952 film. Based on Samuel Fuller's 1944 novel, "The Dark Page." The editor of an exploitative magazine murders his wife, then has one of his journalists investigate the matter in order to divert attention from himself. 10 x 8 inches. Very Good, with blue and red manuscript annotations to the verso.

Trade Paperback. 8 pages printed in black on white with available advertising material and film details. Movie stars Guy Stockwell, Clu Gulager, Michael Ansara and Pat Cardi. 11.5 x 14.25 inches. First edition (first printing). A near fine copy.

Vintage reference photograph from a re-release of the 1954 science fiction film. A nest of ants grows to enormous proportions after being exposed to nuclear radiation, terrorizing the citizens of New Mexico and Southern California. Basis for the 1956 Japanese kaiju film "Rodan." Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Special Effects. Shot on location in New Mexico and California. 8 x 10 inches. Minute wear at two corners, else Fine.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Original Screenplay. 124 pp. Early studio copy, dated 4/30/1959, in worn heavy wrappers with printed title [only]. The final script was dated November 30, 1959; this may have been the first version, for circulation to potential investors. Ted Sherdeman (1909-1987) was a writer, producer, and director of motion pictures and television. He began his career in 1950 as a writer for Columbia and Warner Brothers. His films included "Them," "The Eddie Cantor Story," "St. Louis Blues, " "A Dog of Flanders," and "Latitude Zero" based on his own novel. His television credits include scripts for "Wagon Train," "Hazel," "Bewitched," "Gilligan's Island," "My Favorite Martian" and "The Flying Nun." The Ted Sherdeman papers are housed at the University of Wyoming.

Post-production Domestic Continuity and Dialogue script for the 1956 film. The story of USS 'Belinda', Attack Transport PA22, launched late 1943 with regular-navy captain Hawks and ex-merchant captain MacDougall as boat commander. Despite personal friction, the two have plenty to deal with as the only experienced officers on board during the "shakedown." Almost laughable incompetence gradually improves, but the crew remains far from perfect when the ship sees action, landing troops on enemy beachheads-and with few anticipating the challenges in store at Okinawa. White titled wrappers, dated April 6, 1956. Title page integral with the front wrapper, as issued. Multilith duplication. Near Fine.

Script Format, reprint. Condition: As New. / 1953 REVISED FINAL DRAFT / I HAVE MORE TITLES, LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR OTHER TITLES / THE SCRIPT IS PRINTED ON THREE-HOLE PUNCHED PAPER AND BOUND WITH 2 BRASS BRADS /.

Script Format, reprint. Condition: As New. / 1962 DRAFT / I HAVE MORE TITLES, LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR OTHER TITLES /THE SCRIPT IS PRINTED ON THREE-HOLE PUNCHED PAPER AND BOUND WITH 2 BRASS BRADS.

Archive of production material for the 1952 film noir consisting of the following: breakdown, set list, wardrobe plot, shooting schedule, and a summary of detail budget. With a type written letter outlining the contents of the archive from producer Edward Small to Dan O'Shea, signed by Edward Small in manuscript ink and dated October 7, 1947. Based on Samuel Fuller's 1944 novel, "The Dark Page." The editor of an exploitative magazine murders his wife, then has one of his journalists investigate the matter in order to divert attention from himself. Breakdown: Title page present, dated September 17, 1947. 83 leaves, with last page of text numbered 81. Typescript on production form, rectos only. Pages Near Fine, bound with three gold brads. Set List: 2 leaves, with last page of text numbered 2. Typescript, rectos only. Pages Near Fine bound with a single staple in top left corner. Wardrobe Plot: Title page present, dated September 17, 1947. 11 leaves, with last page of text numbered 11. Typescript, rectos only. Pages Near Fine, bound with three gold brads. Shooting Schedule: Dated 9/19/47. 6 leaves, with last page of text numbered 6. Typescript, rectos only. Pages Near Fine, bound with two gold brads. Summary of Detail Budget: Dated September 29, 1947. 34 leaves, with last page of text numbered 26. Typescript, rectos only. Pages Near Fine, bound with two staples in the top left corner. Grant US. Selby US Canon. Silver and Ward Classic Noir. Spicer US.

Vintage borderless reference photograph from the 1958 film, showing actor Nat King Cole at the piano, with Eartha Kitt watching from behind. Stamp of National Film Archive on the verso, along with layout annotations in manuscript pencil and ink. A dramatization of the life of African American composer and musician W.C. Handy, from his early experiences with his preacher father to his success as a blues songwriter. 10 x 8 inches. Near Fine.