JOURNAL ARTICLE
Titanic Door Prop Sells at Auction for Hundreds of Thousands, Reigniting Age-Old Debate.
Published In: Time.com, 2024. P. 1 1 of 3
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Authored By: Syed, Armani 3 of 3
Abstract
The article discusses the recent auction sale of the iconic floating prop from the film "Titanic," which sold for $718,750. This prop, often mistakenly referred to as a door, is actually a piece of the door frame above the first-class lounge entrance and has sparked debates about whether it could have supported both main characters, Rose and Jack, after the ship sank. The sale has reignited discussions among fans regarding the prop's size and its implications for the characters' fates, despite a scientific study commissioned by director James Cameron concluding that only one character could have survived. The auction included other notable film memorabilia, highlighting the enduring popularity of "Titanic" and its cultural impact. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Time.com. 2024/03, p1
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Film
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:2476-2679
- Accession Number:176288439
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