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A collection of letters cards and papers with British actress Norma West (1943-) and her participation in Fellini`s 1983 film `And the Ship Sails On`, including:
1) Norma West’s working script for the film, signed by West, with a manuscript note from West laid in.
2) Three signed letters from Fellini to "Normina", all about 8 x 11 inch, two typed (one partly in Italian, saying "Yesterday evening I asked you 'Are you a good girl?' and you in the dark of the corridor have answered very simple and sure 'Yes' and after a little moment 'I am very transparent'. I have been very touched and I still think to this answer, because I don't know if I could say the same thing about myself"; the other discussing a dream Norma had mentioned to Fellini "There must be something in your past that will explain why you consider to merit a curse of some unknown divinity") and one handwritten ("It was very touching yesterday to see your pale eyes became wet any five minutes [...] You have the face and the colour and the behaviours of the picture that I have done, a picture that I don’t know if I wanted really to do or not, a picture that I should must love more and invece (I don't know how to say invece in English) I have hated"); three autograph cards signed (about 4 x 2,5 inch) accompanying flowers sent to West by Fellini, in their own envelopes; manuscript notes of telephone numbers in Fellini's hand; a souvenir programme of the national premiere of 'And the Ship Sails On' on September 25th, 1983, with three press photographs of the cast and of the press screening; and two signed photographs of West from this film; v.s. (small quantity).
Provenance: From the collection of June Wyndham Davies and Norma West.
Further Information on the person
Profession:
(1920-1993) Italian film director and scriptwriter - he won five Academy Awards
Year of Birth: 1920
Federico Fellini was an Italian film director and screenwriter. Born on January 20, 1920, in Rimini, Italy, Fellini is considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. His unique and surrealistic style has influenced countless directors and artists around the world.
After working as a screenwriter for several years, Fellini made his directorial debut with the film "Luci del varietà" in 1950. He gained international recognition with his film "La Strada" in 1954, which won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Fellini's most famous works include "La Dolce Vita" (1960) and "8 1/2" (1963), both of which are considered classics of world cinema. His films often explore themes of memory, dreams, and the nature of reality.
In 1993, Fellini was awarded an honorary Academy Award for his lifetime achievement in film. He passed away on October 31, 1993, in Rome, Italy, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking films that continue to inspire audiences to this day.
Despite his success and acclaim, Fellini remained a humble and introspective artist throughout his career. He once said, "A different language is a different vision of life." This sentiment is reflected in his films, which offer audiences a unique and captivating glimpse into the human experience.
Fellini's influence on cinema cannot be overstated. His innovative storytelling techniques, vibrant visual style, and profound philosophical insights have made him a true master of the art form. Federico Fellini will forever be remembered as one of the greatest filmmakers in history.
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