ORSON WELLES "TOUCH OF EVIL", 1958
Scope and Contents
Photoplay edition. Masterson, Whit. Touch of Evil. New York: Bantam Books, [1958]. Wrappers, 169 pp. Davis, p. 244. Has mention of and photos from film on front and back covers. First paperback edition (book was originally published under the title “Badge of Evil.”)
Dates
- Creation: 1958
Biographical / Historical
An automobile is blown up as it crosses the Mexican border into the United States. Mike Vargas (Charlton Heston), a high ranking Mexican narcotics official on honeymoon with his bride Susie (Janet Leigh) is drawn into the investigation because a Mexican national has been accused of the crime. Classic Orson Welles film noir, which investigates corruption on both sides of the U.S.-Mexican border.
Extent
From the Collection: 4 Linear Feet (8 boxes, plus oversized materials in map cases) ; Box 1: 27 x 14 x 32 cm Boxes 2-4: 9.5x12x5x3 inches Boxes 5-8: 21x16x3 inches
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Physical Location
PS3563.A835 T68 1958
Repository Details
Part of the Stephen O. Murray and Keelung Hong Special Collections Repository