In 1954, Monolithic Studios ran a costume test for a proposed film with a working title of Destiny. The film was never made, but through a quirk of fate the test became one of the 'lost reels' of Gene Marshall--and that was enough to make film buffs cherish this rare footage of their idol. Hollywood legend has it that the footage was saved because a veteran film editor fell in love with Gene. The camera loved her. She was so vibrant, with a fresh, uncommon loveliness that promised a beauty that would never fade. The exquisite strapless taffeta ball gown emphasized her still-innocent sensuality. Her feminine vulnerability leapt off the film and touched even his jaded heart. Her extraordinary talent earned his lifelong respect. The editor saved every last bit of footage on her he could find.
eBay