Book, Press - "Bootleggers"
Object number2013.005.03
Date1974
MediumPaper, Ink
Dimensions15 1/4 x 11 1/4 in. (38.7 x 28.6 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
DescriptionA press book for "Bootleggers", a movie filmed in Arkansas.Charles B. Pierce, writer, director, producer, is considered one of the first independent filmmakers. Pierce directed thirteen films over the span of 26 years, but is best known for The Legend of Boggy Creek (1973) and The Town That Dreaded Sundown (1976). Pierce was born in Hammond, Indiana, but moved to Hampton, Arkansas early in his childhood.
Press books, also known as press campaign books, were intended to encourage cinema managers to promote the film. Each press book would contain information such as plot synopses, behind the scenes stories and photographs, stills from the film, and information concerning the availability of promotional aids. The “Golden Age” of the press book was from the 1920s to the late 1940s, a time when film-going was at its height and plenty of money was allocated for promotional tools
A press book for "Bootleggers", a movie filmed in Arkansas. The cover features a black and white illustration of men in a car being chased by the police. "The Happiest Film Surprise of the Year" and "Charles B. Pierce's Bootleggers" are printed within the illustration. Four film stills are situated at the bottom of the cover along with lists of cast and crew members. The movie was produced by Howco International Pictures in 1974.
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