DeMille's Holy-Image Contracts (King of Kings)
Historical Account★★★★Cecil B. DeMille did not want to take any chances with his opulent epic “King of Kings” (1927). His two stars, H. B. Warner, cast as Jesus Christ, and Dorothy Cummings as Mary, were required to sign agreements prohibiting them from appearing in film roles that might compromise their “holy” screen images for a 5-year period. DeMille also ordered them not to be seen doing any “un-biblical” activities during the film’s shooting. These activities included attending ball games, playing cards, frequenting night clubs, swimming, and riding in convertibles. .........................................
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The point
Cecil B. DeMille required stars H.B. Warner and Dorothy Cummings to sign contracts prohibiting them from activities that might compromise their 'holy' images while filming 'King of Kings'.