BEN-HUR Original photograph of William Wyler on the set of the 1959 film #156001

Description

Ben-Hur (Original photograph of William Wyler on the set of the 1959 film)
Author:
William Wyler (director); Lew Wallace (novel); Karl Tunberg (screenwriter); Charlton Heston, Jack Hawkins, Haya Hawkins (starring)
Title:
Ben-Hur (Original photograph of William Wyler on the set of the 1959 film)
Publication:
Beverly Hills, CA: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer [MGM], 1959
Description:
Vintage reference photograph of director William Wyler on the set of the 1959 film. Mimeo snipe on the verso.
Based on the 1880 novel by Lew Wallace. Jewish prince Ben-Hur is sent to prison at the behest of his childhood friend Messala as a result of a mishap during a Roman parade. Through sheer will, Ben-Hur endures hard labor and slavery in prison and, once released, vows revenge on Messala. The most expensive film ever made at the time of its release, with a 15 million dollar budget and a massive, elaborate set. Nominated for 12 Academy Awards and winning 11, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor.
Shot on location in Italy and California.
8 x 10 inches. Near Fine.
Seller ID:
156001
Subject:
1950s Cinema, Academy Awards, Action Film, Adventure, Directors, Film Still Photographs, Films with Literary Sources, On the Set, Photographs, Religion and Spirituality
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