On the Waterfront
1954
Search results
Elias Kazantzoglou (Greek: Ηλίας Καζαντζόγλου, IPA: [iˈli.as kazanˈdzoɣlu]; born September 7, 1909 – September 28, 2003), known as Elia Kazan (/ ˈ iː l i ə k ə ˈ z æ n / EE-lee-ə kə-ZAN), was an American film and theatre director, producer, screenwriter and actor, described by The New York Times as "one of the most ...
Known for his creative stage direction, Elia Kazan was born Elias Kazantzoglou on September 7, 1909 in Constantinople, Ottoman Empire (now Istanbul, Turkey). Noted for drawing out the best dramatic performances from his actors, he directed 21 actors to Oscar nominations, resulting in nine wins.
- January 1, 1
- Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- January 1, 1
- 1.73 m
Apr 26, 2024 · Elia Kazan, Turkish-born American director and author noted for his successes on the stage, especially with plays by Tennessee Williams and Arthur Miller, as well as for his critically acclaimed films, including A Streetcar Named Desire, On the Waterfront, and East of Eden.
- ON THE WATERFRONT (1954) Screenplay by Budd Schulberg, suggested by ‘Crime on the Waterfront’ by Malcolm Johnson. Starring Marlon Brando, Karl Malden, Lee J. Cobb, Rod Steiger, Pat Henning, Eva Marie Saint.
- EAST OF EDEN (1955) Screenplay by Paul Osborn, based on the novel by John Steinbeck. Starring James Dean, Julie Harris, Raymond Massey, Burl Ives, Richard Davalos, Jo Van Fleet.
- A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE (1951) Screenplay by Tennessee Williams, based on his play. Starring Vivien Leigh, Marlon Brando, Kim Hunter, Karl Malden. Is there a sexier scene in cinema history than the one when Stanley Kowalski (Marlon Brando) — drenched in sweat and clad in a ripped T-shirt — beckons his wife (Kim Hunter) into his arms by screaming “Hey Stella!”
- A FACE IN THE CROWD (1957) Screenplay by Budd Schulberg, based on his story. Starring Andy Griffith, Patricia Neal, Anthony Franciosa, Walter Matthau, Lee Remick.
Apr 2, 2014 · Director Elia Kazan is best known for his successes on stage and in film, including 'A Streetcar Named Desire,' 'On the Waterfront' and 'East of Eden.'
Known for his creative stage direction, Elia Kazan was born Elias Kazantzoglou on September 7, 1909 in Constantinople, Ottoman Empire (now Istanbul, Turkey). Noted for drawing out the best dramatic performances from his actors, he directed 21 actors to Oscar nominations, resulting in nine wins.
People also ask
How did Elia Kazan die?
Where did Elia Kazan grow up?
Is Elia Kazan dead or still alive?
How many Tony Awards did Elia Kazan get?
Sep 23, 2003 · Elia Kazan, who presided over a revolution in American acting and directed films that won 20 Academy Awards, died Saturday at 94.
