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"Venetian Open Tape #2": video, 1999 May 03

Level of Description

File

Identifier

MS_00930_006

Scope and Contents

Opening day of the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada; captures end of Sheldon Adelson's opening remarks and shots of interior of casino during the press conference, Adelson answers questions from audience (questions are not audible). Sophia Loren is sitting on stage and also answers questions. Questions include cost of construction, what other cities were considered, and others. Press conerene ends and footage of Loren and Adelson sitting down inside a room and talking, then they pair leave to go outside. Others are dressed in costumes and walking behind Adelson and Loren who are escorted by security to a limo outside the casino. Video ends with more walking through the casino and Adelson giving a tour of the areas under construction. Original media Betacam SP, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Date

1999-05-03

Extent

1 digital_files (.MP4)
1 betacam

Creator/Contributor Links

Container

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Collection Number: MS-00930
Collection Name: The Production Company Audiovisual Collection
Box/Folder: Digital File 00
English