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Ernest Laszlo papers, 1927-1983
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Laszlo, Ernest.
- Title
- Ernest Laszlo papers
- Dates
- 1927-1983 (inclusive)19271983
- Quantity
- 6.85 cubic feet (7 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 08660
- Summary
- Papers and memorabilia of a Hollywood cinematographer.
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Ernest Laszlo (1898-1984) was a well known cinematographer during the twentieth century. A native of Budapest, Hungary, Laszlo went to work in the American movie industry in 1926 and was the cinematographer for numerous popular movies between the 1920s and 1970s, including "Stalag 17" (1953), "Inherit the Wind" (1960), "Ship of Fools" (1965), and "Airport" (1970). He won an Oscar for Best Cinematography for "Ship of Fools" in 1966. In addition to his work as a cinematographer, Laszlo was an active member of the American Society of Cinematographers and the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Collection contains screenplays for motion pictures Laszlo worked on, including "Stalag 17", "Inherit the Wind", "Ship of Fools", and "Airport". Also included are subject files, which contain correspondence, clippings, minutes, speech manuscripts, notes, press releases, and reports. In addition there are four scrapbooks (including one concerning his Oscar for "Ship of Fools"), a production schedule for Laszlo's last movie "The Domino Principle" (1977), a photograph book, and photographs of Laszlo. There are also printed materials concerning Laszlo and his work. Award plaques and award certificates are in this collection as well.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Related Materials
Related MaterialsThere are no known other archival collections created by Ernest Laszlo at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationThe material was received from Joan Petralia in 1984 and 2010.
Processing Note
Processing InformationThe collection was processed by Andrew Worth in October 2013.
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Series I. Professional Files and ScrapbooksReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | |
|---|---|---|
Sub-series 1. Scrapbooks |
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| Box | ||
| 4 | Scrapbook |
1955-1969 |
| 4 | Scrapbook |
1966-1979 |
| 3 | Scrapbook |
1957-1975 |
| 3 | Scrapbook |
1930-1955 |
| 2 | Photo Book |
1959 |
| 6 | Miscellaneous Photographs |
1930s |
Sub-series 2. Subject Files and Correspondence |
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| Box | ||
| 2 | Biographical information |
undated |
| 2 | Honoring of our Pioneer Member |
1972-1978 |
| 2 | Ormond and Nicholson: Public Relations |
1973-1976 |
| 2 | Correspondence: Thank You Notes |
1948-1983 |
| 2 | ASC. Business letters and correspondence |
1972-1974 |
| 2 | Interview transcript and Filmography note |
undated |
| 2 | Correspondence: Thank You Notes |
1968-1981 |
| 2 | Filmex Plus and Japanese Visit |
1973-1980 |
| 6 | Main Committee, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences |
1978-1981 |
Sub-series 3. Printed Material Related to Cinematography |
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| Box | ||
| 6 | Scientific or Technical Awards: Demonstrations |
1977 |
| 6 | Scientific or Technical Awards: Entries |
1977 |
| 6 | Scientific or Technical Awards: Demonstrations |
1978 |
| 6 | 50 Golden Years of Oscar: The Official History of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences |
1979 |
| 6 | Academy Awards: 1979 Oscar Annual |
1979 |
| 6 | The Hollywood Reporter |
1968 |
| 7 | Various printed materials related to Hollywood, the Oscars and cinematography |
1944-1983 |
| 7 | First edition commemorative postage stamp in honor of W.C. Fields |
1980 |
Series II. Screenplays Return to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Box | ||
| 1 | The Moon is Blue |
1952 |
| 1 | Stalag 17 |
1952 |
| 1 | News is Made at Night |
1955 |
| 1 | Inherit the Wind |
1960 |
| 1 | It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World |
1962 |
| 1 | Four for Texas |
1963 |
| 1 | Ship of Fools |
1964 |
| 1 | Fantistic Voyage |
1965 |
| 2 | Star! |
1967 |
| 1 | Airport |
1969 |
| 2 | Love Sweet Love |
1974 |
| 1 | Logan's Run |
1975 |
| 2 | A Star is Born |
1975 |
| 2 | Hammett |
1979 |
| 2 | That Championship Season |
1980 |
Series III. ArtifactsReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Box | ||
| 5 | Certificate of Nomination for Award: Black and White Cinematography "Inherit the Wind" |
1960 |
| 5 | Certificate of Nomination for Award: Black and White Cinematography "Judgment at Nuremberg" |
1961 |
| 5 | Certificate of Nomination for Award: Color Cinematography "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World |
1963 |
| 5 | Certificate of Nomination for Award: Black and White Cinematography "Ship of Fools" |
1965 |
| 5 | Certificate of Nomination for Award: Color Cinematography "Fantastic Voyage" |
1966 |
| 5 | Certificate of Nomination for Award: Cinematography "Star!" |
1968 |
| 5 | Certificate of Nomination for Award: Cinematography "Airport" |
1970 |
| 5 | Certificate of Nomination for Award: Cinematography "Logan's Run" |
1976 |
| 5 | Limelight Award |
1961 |
| 2 | Various awards and gifts for gradification |
undated |
| 6 | Various awards and gifts for gradification |
undated |
| 2 | American Society of Cinematopgraphers President Plaque |
1972-1974 |
| 5 | American Society of Cinematopgraphers membership plaque |
1943 |
| 5 | Ernest Laszlo: Awards and Certificates |
1927-1983 |
| 5 | Photograph plaques of Ernest Laszlo |
1965-1980 |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Cinematographers -- United States -- 20th century.
- Cinematography -- United States -- 20th century.
- Motion pictures -- United States -- 20th century.
Form or Genre Terms
- Scrapbooks.
Processed by Andrew Worth
2013
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