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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 ...
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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.
IMDb provides an extensive overview of Elia Kazan's life and career as a director, writer, and producer of films and plays. Learn about his achievements, controversies, and legacy in the entertainment industry.
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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.
- Director, Writer, Producer
- September 28, 2003
- September 7, 1909
Elia Kazan, the immigrant child of a Greek rug merchant who became one of the most honored and influential directors in Broadway and Hollywood history, died yesterday at his home in Manhattan.
Sep 3, 2003 · Learn about the life and work of Elia Kazan, one of America's great directors, who named names before HUAC and received a Lifetime Achievement Award in 1999. Explore his friendship and rivalry with Arthur Miller, and the impact of the McCarthy era on Hollywood and America.
Sep 3, 2003 · Learn about the filmmaker's achievements, controversies, and relationships in this comprehensive timeline. From his Oscar-winning films to his testimony before HUAC, from his collaborations with Miller and Monroe to his later works, explore Kazan's legacy.
