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1954: On The Waterfront
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Length:
47 minutes
Released:
Jan 19, 2021
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Podcast episode
Description
1954 saw one of the most controversial filmmakers of all time walk away with his second Oscar for Best Director: Elia Kazan. He undoubtedly changed cinema forever, but his actions in front of HUAC tarnished his reputation so much that when he received his Honorary Award decades later only half of the audience applauded him. That being said, On The Waterfront is one of the greatest American movies of all time and features Marlon Brando's Oscar winning performance. Tune in as we break down this historic year!
Released:
Jan 19, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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