Howard Hughes’ “Hell’s Angels” displayed on the columns outside Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, 1930
Producer/director Howard Hughes poured nearly $4 million into his production of “Hell’s Angels” so he wanted to make sure everybody knew about it. On May 24, 1930 he threw a premiere the likes of which Hollywood had never seen before. And for the movie’s run at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, he had the title emblazoned on the columns, just in case, you know, there was anyone left who hadn’t heard of his movie.
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I really liked the film – did you? Meeting Howard Hughes was a huge event in my life and his kindness will never been forgotten. Love, L
Have seen the film and of course it’s in my library as it stars my favorite Jean Harlow.
Here’s her at the premiere:
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Grauman’s all lit up for the premiere:
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Gee, would love to have been there!
Jean