collection of letter writing props used in the production of Ron Howard’s 2013 sports-drama, Rush. Based on a true story, the film follows racing icons Niki Lauda (Daniel Brühl) and James Hunt (Chris Hemsworth) during their infamous 1976 Formula One season. As their rivalry on and off the track begins to take its toll, a near-fatal injury leaves Lauda fighting for the championship and Hunt in pole position to take the title.
This collection of items can be seen as James Hunt attempts to write a letter of apology to Niki Lauda after his life-threatening crash for which Hunt feels partially responsible. The collection of items comprises of three notepads, two fountain pens and a cup and saucer. One of the notepads features the handwritten note to Niki which has then been scribbled out.
