The Night of the Iguana

John Huston (director, screenwriter)
Tennessee Williams (playwright)
Richard Burton, Ava Gardner, Deborah Kerr, Sue Lyon (starring)

Beverly Hills, CA: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer [MGM], 1964. Vintage press kit for the 1964 film, here called an "editor's portfolio." Full-color illustrated pocketed folder, containing 20 black and white photographs, and one gathering of promotional reading material.

Based on Tennessee Williams' 1961 play. An alcoholic former priest finds himself caught between the attentions of three women while leading a failing tour of Puerto Vallarta. Nominated for four Academy Awards, winning one.

Set and shot on location in Mismaloya and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, the latter of which became a popular tourist destination after the film's release.

Folder, photographs, and promotional material Near Fine.


[Book #151602]