The Sign of the Cross (Three original photographs from the 1944 re-release of the 1932 film)

Author: Cecil B. DeMille (director); Waldemar Young, Sidney Buchman (screenwriters); Wilson Barrett (play)
Title: The Sign of the Cross (Three original photographs from the 1944 re-release of the 1932 film)
Publication: Los Angeles: Paramount Pictures, 1944

Description: Three vintage studio still photographs from the 1944 re-release of the 1932 film.

Based on the 1895 play by Wilson Barrett. After the emperor declares all Christians at fault for the Great Fire of Rome, a high-ranking military official frees two Christians from being shipped off, putting him in danger of persecution.

Set in Ancient Rome, shot on location in Fresno, Palmdale, and Red Rock Canyon State Park in California.

10 x 8 inches. Very Good plus, with some creasing and pinholes at the corners. One photograph with a chip at the top right edge.

McPadden, Heavy Metal Movies.

Seller ID: 161529

Subject: 1930s Cinema, Film Still Photographs, Films Based on Plays, History, Photographs, Religion and Spirituality



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